Ágúst Guðmundsson

Born: 1947-06-29

Birthplace: Reykjavik, Iceland

Biography

Ágúst Guðmundsson (born 29 June 1947; Reykjavík) is an Icelandic film director and screenwriter.

He studied French, Icelandic in Reykjavík and filmmaking at the National Film School in London. He has made many popular Icelandic films that have also been translated into other languages. His 1998 film The Dance was entered into the 21st Moscow International Film Festival where he won the Silver St. George for Best Director. He is currently director of BÍL, The Federation of Icelandic Artists.

Known For

Outlaw: The Saga of Gisli
On Top
The Dance
The Seagull's Laughter
Across the Interior of Iceland
Under the Glacier
Land and Sons
the Colours of the earth
A Little Swelling
Spooks and Spirits

Top Movie Credits

Outlaw: The Saga of Gisli Writer
On Top Writer
The Dance Writer
The Seagull's Laughter Writer
Across the Interior of Iceland Editor
Under the Glacier Túlkur
Land and Sons Director
the Colours of the earth Writer
A Little Swelling Producer
Spooks and Spirits Producer