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Michael Sugar Biography

Birth Name:Michael Sugar

Birth Place:United States

Profession Producer, Actor

Fast Facts

  • Studied at the United World School in the United States
  • His career began as a troubleshooter for the 1982 film "Slapstick (Of Another Kind)․"
  • Quote: "I think, regardless of whether it's a studio or an independent production, film holds immense power to influence thought and improve lives․"

Awards

  • 2005Daytime Emmy-Outstanding Children/Youth/Family Special: nominated
  • 2015ACCA-Best Motion Picture: nominated
  • 2015Gotham Independent Film Award-Best Feature: winner
  • 2015Audience Award-: nominated
  • 2016AACTA International Award-Best Film: nominated
  • 2016Oscar-Best Motion Picture of the Year: winner
  • 2016BAFTA Film Award-Best Film: nominated
  • 2016Independent Spirit Award-Best Feature: winner
  • 2016Gold Derby Film Award-Motion Picture: nominated
  • 2016OFTA Film Award-Best Picture: nominated
  • 2016PGA Award-Outstanding Producer of Theatrical Motion Pictures: nominated
  • 2019PGA Award-Outstanding Producer of Limited Series Television: nominated