Rod Lurie facts for kids
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Rod Lurie
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Lurie in 2008
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| Born | May 15, 1962 |
| Occupation | Film director, screenwriter, film producer |
| Years active | 1990–present |
| Spouse(s) | Kyra Davis |
| Children | 3 |
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Rod Lurie (Hebrew: רוד לוריא; born May 15, 1962) is an American director, screenwriter, producer, and former film critic. He is known for making movies and TV shows, often about military or political topics.
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Early Life and Career Beginnings
Rod Lurie was born in Israel. His father, Ranan Lurie, was a famous cartoonist. Rod moved to the United States when he was young. He grew up in places like Greenwich, Connecticut, and Honolulu, Hawaii.
From West Point to Film Critic
In 1984, Rod Lurie graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point. He served in the U.S. Army as an air defense artillery officer. After his military service, he became a reporter and film critic. He wrote for magazines like Premiere and Entertainment Weekly. He also hosted talk radio shows.
Rod Lurie was known for his bold style as a critic. He even made bets with famous actors like Mel Gibson about winning Oscars. If they won, they had to thank him in their speeches!
Making Movies and TV Shows
Rod Lurie started making his own films in the late 1990s. He often writes and directs his projects.
First Films and Success
His first movie as a writer and director was Deterrence (1999). It was a political thriller. His next film, The Contender (2000), was a big success. It starred Gary Oldman, Joan Allen, and Jeff Bridges. The movie was praised by critics and received Academy Award nominations.
Exploring Important Stories
Lurie continued to direct films with strong stories. He directed The Last Castle (2001), which starred Robert Redford. He also created a TV series called Line of Fire (2003–2004) about the FBI.
In 2008, he wrote and directed Nothing But the Truth. This movie was inspired by real-life events involving journalists. It starred Kate Beckinsale and Matt Dillon. Lurie explained that he wanted to make a thrilling movie that also explored important topics.
TV Series and Recent Work
Rod Lurie was also the creator and executive producer of the TV series Commander in Chief (2005–2006). This show starred Geena Davis as the first female President of the United States.
In 2020, Lurie directed the war film The Outpost. This movie was based on a true story from the War in Afghanistan. It received very positive reviews, especially for its realistic battle scenes.
His film The Senior was released in 2023. In 2024, it was announced that he would direct another war film called Lucky Strike, starring Scott Eastwood and Colin Hanks.
Tributes to West Point
Rod Lurie often includes nods to his alma mater, West Point, in his films. For example, in The Contender, Jeff Bridges' character, President Evans, wears a West Point sweatshirt. Many characters in his movies and TV shows are fictional graduates of the military academy.
Personal Life
Rod Lurie lives in Los Angeles with his wife, author Kyra Davis. He has three children: Hunter, Paige, and Isaac. Sadly, his son Hunter passed away in 2018. Rod adopted his stepson Isaac in 2023.
Filmography
Feature Films Directed by Rod Lurie
- Deterrence (1999)
- The Contender (2000)
- The Last Castle (2001)
- Resurrecting the Champ (2007)
- Nothing but the Truth (2008)
- Straw Dogs (2011)
- The Outpost (2019)
- The Senior (2023)
- Lucky Strike (in production)
Short Films Directed by Rod Lurie
- The Nazi (2002)
Television Projects Directed by Rod Lurie
- Line of Fire (2003–2004)
- Commander in Chief (2005–2006)
- Hell on Wheels (2012–2015)
- American Odyssey (2015)
- Killing Reagan (2016)
- Damnation (2017)
See also
In Spanish: Rod Lurie para niños
