Neill Blomkamp

Born on September 17th, Blomkamp began his career in filmmaking through training, eventually entering the field of film direction. His breakthrough came as a co-writer and director of the science fiction action film District 9, earning him an Academy Award nomination for Best Adapted Screenplay. He went on to direct other notable films, including the dystopian science fiction action film Elysium and the science fiction action film Chappie, both of which featured collaborations with actor Sharlto Copley, who played the lead role in District 9.