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Alan Taylor

Alan Taylor (born January 13, 1959) is an American television director, film director, screenwriter, and television producer. He is best known for his work on television series such as The Sopranos, Sex and the City, Mad Men, and Game of Thrones. He also directed films such as Palookaville, Thor: The Dark World, Terminator Genisys, and The Many Saints of Newark.

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Name
Alan Taylor
Born
January 13, 1959
Birthplace
Ann Arbor, Michigan, U.S.
Education
University of Toronto, Columbia University, New York University
Occupation
Television director, film director, screenwriter, television producer
Full name
Alan Jamieson Taylor.
Nationality
United States.
Fields
film screenwriting and film direction.
Honours
Directors Guild of America Award for Outstanding Directing – Drama Series, Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series, Hugo Award for Best Dramatic Presentation and Long Form.
Languages
English.

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Alan Taylor (born January 13, 1959) is an American television director, film director, screenwriter, and television producer. He is best known for his work on television series such as The Sopranos, Sex and the City, Mad Men, and Game of Thrones. He also directed films such as Palookaville, Thor: The Dark World, Terminator Genisys, and The Many Saints of Newark.

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