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Daniel Roby

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Daniel Roby

Directing · Born 1970-10-24

Biography

Daniel Roby showcases an impressive directorial versatility across diverse styles and genres. His debut, the genre-blending horror "La Peau Blanche" (White Skin, 2004), earned acclaim, winning the Claude Jutra Award for best Canadian debut feature and the Best Canadian First Feature Film award at TIFF. His subsequent works, the disco drama "Funkytown" (2011) and the historical biopic "Louis Cyr" (2013) portraying the renowned strongman, were box office successes in Québec. "Louis Cyr" secured nine Jutra Awards, including Best Film, and received the Golden Ticket Award for being the highest-grossing Québec film of 2013. Roby's ability to navigate and excel in various cinematic genres marks his directorial prowess and breadth of talent.

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