Jim Funnell is a British film director who has worked on a number of high-profile films. He was born in London on November 21, 1971 and studied at the University of Westminster, graduating with a degree in film production. Since then, he has gone on to direct several critically acclaimed films.
Funnell's directing career began with the independent British film "The Process" (2001). Starring Ray Winstone and Rupert Graves, it was an exploration of the world of organized crime in the United Kingdom. The film was a success and was nominated for several awards, including the BAFTA for Best British Film.
Following this success, Funnell went on to direct the romantic comedy "Love Actually" (2003). Starring Hugh Grant, it was one of the year's highest-grossing films and was nominated for several Oscars. It was followed by the drama "The Constant Gardener" (2005) starring Ralph Fiennes and Rachel Weisz. The film was a critical and commercial success, earning Funnell his second BAFTA nomination.
More recently, Funnell has directed the horror film "The Descent" (2006) and the science fiction film "Surrogates" (2009). Both films were well-received and demonstrated Funnell's range as a director. He also directed the fantasy film "John Carter" (2012), based on the Edgar Rice Burroughs novel, which was a box office hit.
In addition to his film directing work, Funnell has also worked extensively in television, directing episodes of series such as "Doctor Who" and "The Tudors." He has also directed music videos for the bands Coldplay and Keane.
Jim Funnell is an accomplished director who has worked on a wide range of films and television projects. His films have been nominated for several awards and have been commercially successful. He is an experienced director who is able to bring out the best in his cast and crew, and his work is highly regarded by critics and audiences alike.
