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Ami Canaan Mann
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| Born | 1969 (age 55–56) London, England
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| Occupation | Film director, television director, television writer |
| Years active | 2000–present |
| Parent(s) | Michael Mann |
Ami Canaan Mann (born in 1969) is a talented American film and television director and writer. She was born in London, England. Ami is known for directing movies like Texas Killing Fields and Jackie & Ryan. She has also worked on many popular TV shows.
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Ami Canaan Mann's Career in Film and TV
Ami Canaan Mann started her career as a writer for television and film. Her first writing job was for an episode of the TV show NYPD Blue in 2000. It was called "Tea and Sympathy."
Early Success and Awards
In 2001, Ami directed her very first film, which was titled Morning. This movie was a big success for her. She won three awards for it that same year.
- She received the Audience Award at the Dahlonega International Film Festival.
- She won the Grand Prize for best directorial debut.
- She also earned the Gold Award for Independent Theatrical Feature Films – First Feature.
Directing Feature Films
Ami continued to direct more films. In 2011, she directed a movie called Texas Killing Fields. This film was shown at a major event, the 68th Venice International Film Festival. It was part of the main competition there.
Later, in 2014, she directed a romance film named Jackie & Ryan. This movie starred famous actors like Katherine Heigl and Ben Barnes. Jackie & Ryan was also shown at the 71st Venice International Film Festival. It was featured in a special section called Horizons.
Working on Television Shows
Besides movies, Ami Canaan Mann has directed many episodes for various television series. She has helped bring stories to life on the small screen. Her work includes popular shows that many people enjoy watching.
Ami Canaan Mann's Family Life
Ami Canaan Mann is the daughter of a very famous director, Michael Mann. He is well-known for directing many successful films and TV shows himself.
Ami Canaan Mann's Filmography
Ami Canaan Mann has worked on several films and television shows throughout her career. Here is a list of some of her projects.
Films Directed by Ami Canaan Mann
| Year | Title |
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| 2001 | Morning |
| 2011 | Texas Killing Fields |
| 2014 | Jackie & Ryan |
| 2016 | Great Performers: L.A. Noir |
Television Shows Directed or Written by Ami Canaan Mann
| Year | Title |
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| 2000 | NYPD Blue Tea and Sympathy |
| 2002 | Nancy Drew |
| 2003 | Robbery Homicide Division |
| 2010 | Friday Night Lights |
| 2012 | Dakota |
| 2015 | The Blacklist |
| 2016 | Chicago Med |
| 2016 | No Tomorrow |
| 2017 | APB |
| 2017 | Shots Fired |
| 2017 | Queen of the South |
| 2018 | Sneaky Pete |
| 2018-19 | Cloak & Dagger |
| 2018 | Power |
| 2018 | Shooter |
| 2018 | House of Cards |
| 2018 | A Million Little Things |
| 2018 | Marvel's Runaways |
| 2019 | Deadly Class |
| 2019 | Looking for Alaska |
| 2022 | In From the Cold |
