Guide Note:Terrence Malick is a reclusive American director, who is best known for going against the grain of many popular movie studios in his debut film from 1973, Badlands, starring Martin Sheen and Sissy Spacek.
Fast Facts:
- Born November 30, 1943
- Birthplace disputed between Waco, Texas and Ottowa, Illinois
- Nickname(s): Sparky, Terry
- a.k.a. David Whitney, screenwriter
- Wrote 12 screenplays including The New World (2005)
- Produced 8 films including The Unforseen (2007)
- Cameo appearances in Pocket Money (1972) and Badlands (1973)
- Best Director Award at Cannes Film Festival (1979)