Morten Tyldum facts for kids
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Morten Tyldum
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Tyldum in 2013
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| Born | 19 May 1967 |
| Alma mater | School of Visual Arts |
| Occupation | Director |
| Years active | 1991–present |
| Spouse(s) | Janne Tyldum (-2016) |
| Children | 1 |
Morten Tyldum (born 19 May 1967) is a talented Norwegian film director. He is famous in his home country, Norway, for directing the exciting thriller movie Headhunters (2011). This film was based on a popular book by Jo Nesbø.
Around the world, he is well-known for directing the historical drama The Imitation Game (2014). For this movie, he was even nominated for an Academy Award for Best Director. He also directed the science fiction drama Passengers (2016).
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Early Life and Education
Morten Tyldum was born in Bergen, Norway. He later moved to New York to study at the School of Visual Arts.
When he was younger, Morten actually wanted to be a musician. However, he changed his mind when he started film school. That's when he decided to become a film director instead!
His Directing Career
Morten Tyldum started his career working on television shows, music videos, commercials, and short films. In 1999, a newspaper called Dagbladet even named him Film Talent of the Year.
First Feature Films
His very first full-length movie was Buddy, released in 2003. This film was a big hit with both audiences and critics. It showed everyone how good he was at directing.
After Buddy, he directed Fallen Angels in 2008. Then came Headhunters (Hodejegerne) in 2011. Headhunters was based on a book by Jo Nesbø. It became the highest-earning Norwegian film that year.
International Success
Morten Tyldum made his first English-language movie with the historical drama The Imitation Game. This film tells the amazing story of the mathematician Alan Turing. The main role was played by Benedict Cumberbatch.
The Imitation Game quickly became a huge success around the world. It was nominated for eight Oscars at the 87th Academy Awards. This included nominations for Best Picture and a Best Director nomination for Morten Tyldum himself.
He continued his international work by directing the science fiction movie Passengers in 2016.
Personal Life
Morten Tyldum used to live in Beverly Hills with his wife Janne and their child. They also had a home in Norway.
Movies and TV Shows
Here are some of the films and TV shows Morten Tyldum has directed:
Film
- Buddy (2003)
- Fallen Angels (2008)
- Headhunters (2011)
- The Imitation Game (2014)
- Passengers (2016)
Short Film
| Year | Title | Notes |
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| 1996 | Lorenzo | |
| 2000 | Fort Forever | |
| 2002 | H | Segment of Folk flest bor i Kina |
Television
| Year | Title | Director | Executive Producer |
Notes |
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| 1991 | U - rett og slett | Yes | No | |
| 1992 | U - Verden | Yes | No | |
| 1992-1994 | U | Yes | No | 19 episodes |
| 1993 | U - Vår Vår | Yes | No | 2 episodes |
| 1994 | U - Musikk | Yes | No | Miniseries |
| U-natt | Yes | No | 1 episode | |
| U - Åtte & 1/2 | Yes | No | 8 episodes | |
| 1996 | En mann må gjøre det han må | Yes | No | TV movie |
| 2017 | Counterpart | Yes | Yes | Episode "The Crossing" |
| 2018 | Jack Ryan | Yes | Yes | Episode "Pilot" |
| 2020 | Defending Jacob | Yes | Yes | Miniseries |
| 2023 | Silo | Yes | Yes | 3 episodes |
Awards and Nominations
Morten Tyldum has won many awards and been nominated for others throughout his career:
| Year | Award | Title | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Mannheim-Heidelberg International Filmfestival - Special Prize | Buddy | Won |
| Mannheim-Heidelberg International Filmfestival - FIPRESCI Prize | Won | ||
| Mannheim-Heidelberg International Filmfestival - Award of Independent Cinema Owners | Won | ||
| 2003 | Warsaw International Film Festival - Audience Award | Won | |
| Norwegian International Film Festival - Audience Award | Won | ||
| Norwegian International Film Festival - Most Enjoyable Film | Won | ||
| Molodist International Film Festival - Best Film Award | Nominated | ||
| Bratislava International Film Festival - Grand Prix | Nominated | ||
| Amanda Awards, Norway - Best Nordic Newcomer | Nominated | ||
| 2004 | Sofia International Film Festival - Grand Prix | Won | |
| Amanda Awards, Norway - Best Film | Won | ||
| 2008 | Amanda Awards, Norway - Best Director | Fallen Angels | Won |
| 2011 | Philadelphia Film Festival - Audience Award | Headhunters | Won |
| 2012 | European Film Awards - Audience Award | Nominated | |
| Amanda Awards, Norway - Public Choice Award | Won | ||
| 2013 | BAFTA Film Award - Best Foreign Film | Nominated | |
| 2014 | Hollywood Film Awards - Best Director | The Imitation Game | Won |
| 2015 | AACTA International Awards - Best Direction | Nominated | |
| Directors Guild Awards - Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Feature Film | Nominated | ||
| Academy Award for Best Director | Nominated |
See also
In Spanish: Morten Tyldum para niños
