David Yates
David Yates (born 8 October 1963) is an English movie director. He is best known for directing the last four movies in the Harry Potter series.[1][2]
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 Yates at the 2016 San Diego Comic-Con | |
| Born | 8 October 1963 St Helens, Lancashire, England |
| Alma mater | University of Essex |
| Occupation | Filmmaker |
| Years active | 1988–present |
Notable work | Wizarding World franchise |
| Spouse(s) | Yvonne Walcott |
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The National Film and Television School, where Yates trained as a director
Yates outside Grauman's Chinese Theatre at the premiere of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix on 8 July 2007
Yates speaking at San Diego Comic-Con, 2016
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References
- ↑ Andrew Pulver. The Wizard Behind the Camera. DGA Quarterly, Directors Guild of America. http://www.dga.org/Craft/DGAQ/All-Articles/1001-Spring-2010/Profile-David-Yates.aspx. Retrieved 4 March 2011.
- ↑ BAFTA Honors John Lasseter and David Yates 11/30. Broadway World (Los Angeles). 28 June 2011. http://losangeles.broadwayworld.com/article/BAFTA-Honors-John-Lasseter-and-David-Yates-1130-20110628. Retrieved 28 June 2011. "The worldwide success of Mr. Lasseter for Walt Disney and Pixar Animation Studios and Mr. Yates's contribution to the final four parts of the 'Harry Potter' franchise makes them global wizards in their own right, and are delighted to honor these remarkable filmmakers with this year's Britannia Award.".