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DOB: March 11, 1960

Background: Curtis is a British filmmaker born in London, England.

Filmography: He has directed multiple TV productions in the last twenty years, including episodes of "Tracey Takes On" and "The Practice" as well as movies and miniseries like "David Copperfield" (1999), "Five Days" (2007), and "Cranford" (2007-2009). This year he makes his big screen debut with "My Week with Marilyn," which stars Michelle Williams as Marilyn Monroe.

BAFTA Awards: Nominations - Best Single Drama ("A Short Stay in Switzerland," 2010; "A Doll's House," 1993; "The Trials of Oz," 1992); Best Drama Serial ("Cranford," 2008; "Five Days," 2008)

Emmy Awards:

Best Children's Program nomination:
- "Pride" (2005); lost to "Classical Baby" and "Nick News with Linda Ellerbee"