Ian Samuels

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Ian Samuels is an American film director and writer known for his work in the young adult genre. He directed the Netflix original film Sierra Burgess Is a Loser (2018), a modern retelling of the Cyrano de Bergerac story. Samuels has also directed short films such as Myrna the Monster (2015), which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. His work often explores themes of identity and self-acceptance.

28-11-1983

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Sagittarius

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Total Films

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Los Angeles, California, USA

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28-11-1983

Birthday

Sagittarius

Zodiac Sign

Genres

Total Films

Also Known As (male)

Los Angeles, California, USA

Place of Birth

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The Map of Tiny Perfect Things

Two teenagers trapped in an endless time loop set out to find all the tiny things that make that one day perfect.

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2021

Sierra Burgess Is a Loser

A case of mistaken identity results in unexpected romance when the most popular girl in high school and the biggest loser must come together to win over their crushes.

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2018

Myrna the Monster

A heart-broken alien dreamer from the moon transitions into adult life in Los Angeles like any other 20-something.

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2015

Myrna the Monster

A heart-broken alien dreamer from the moon transitions into adult life in Los Angeles like any other 20-something.

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2015

Caterwaul

An aging fisherman pursues an intimate relationship with a lobster as he struggles to find closure with his lost wife.

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2014

The Eyes and the Ice

A couple discovers what's hidden below the ice.

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2011