Cristian Mungiu | |
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 Cristian Mungiu at the 2012 edition of Cannes Film Festival | |
| Born | 27 April 1968 |
| Alma mater | Alexandru Ioan Cuza University |
| Occupation(s) | Director, screenwriter, producer |
| Years active | 1998–present |
| Children | 2 |
| Relatives | Alina Mungiu-Pippidi (sister) |
| Awards | Palme d'Or 2007: 4 Months, 3 Weeks and 2 Days |
Cristian Mungiu (Romanian: [kristiˈan munˈdʒi.u]; born 27 April 1968) is a Romanian filmmaker. He won the Palme d'Or at the 2007 Cannes Film Festival for his film 4 Months, 3 Weeks and 2 Days, which he wrote and directed. He has also won the awards for Best Screenplay and Best Director, at the 2012 and 2016 Cannes Film Festivals, for his films Beyond the Hills and Graduation.