Sacha Gervasi
Film Director, Screenwriter, and Producer in Los Angeles, CA
Sacha Gervasi is a British-American filmmaker, screenwriter, and former journalist known for his versatile career in the entertainment industry. Born in London in 1966, Gervasi studied modern history at King's College London before moving to Los Angeles in 1995 to attend UCLA's graduate screenwriting program.
Gervasi's career began in journalism, writing for publications like The Sunday Times and The Observer. His entry into filmmaking came with co-writing the 1999 film "The Big Tease." His big break arrived when he penned the screenplay for Steven Spielberg's 2004 film "The Terminal," starring Tom Hanks.
In 2008, Gervasi made his directorial debut with the critically acclaimed documentary "Anvil! The Story of Anvil," which followed a Canadian heavy metal band he had roadied for as a teenager. The film's success launched Gervasi's directing career.
He went on to direct the 2012 biopic "Hitchcock," starring Anthony Hopkins and Helen Mirren, which received an Oscar nomination for Best Makeup and Hairstyling. In 2018, Gervasi wrote and directed the HBO film "My Dinner with Hervé," starring Peter Dinklage.
Throughout his career, Gervasi has continued to work as a screenwriter, contributing to various Hollywood projects. He has also taught screenwriting at UCLA.
Gervasi's work often focuses on unconventional protagonists and outsider figures, finding humanity and humor in their stories. His unique background, spanning journalism, music, and film, has informed his multifaceted career in the entertainment industry.
From roadie to Oscar-nominated director, Gervasi's journey exemplifies the diverse paths one can take in filmmaking, demonstrating his ability to tell compelling stories across different mediums and genres.