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'''Derek Cianfrance''' is an American film director, cinematographer, screenwriter and editor. He earned a [[B.F.A.]] in Film Production from the [[University of Colorado]], studying under avant-garde filmmakers [[Stan Brakhage]] and [[Phil Solomon]]. At 23, he wrote, directed and edited his first feature film, ''[[Brother Tied]]'', which was well-received at festivals including [[Sundance Film Festival|Sundance]].
His second feature, ''[[Blue Valentine]]'', stars [[Ryan Gosling]] and [[Michelle Williams]]. The two became familiar with their roles several years before filming but never met in person<ref> Awards Watch Roundtable, 2010. http://video.hollywoodreporter.com/services/player/bcpid87884717001?bctid=69353679800</ref>. The project was originally slated to shoot in California, but Cianfrance relocated to Brooklyn so that Williams could be with her daughter<ref>http://www.contactmusic.com/news.nsf/story/director-changes-film-location-so-williams-could-tuck-her-daughter-into-bed_1188250</ref>. There were no rehearsals and Cianfrance rarely shot more than one take per shot. The film
Cianfrance is also known for his TV documentary work, which includes portraits of musicians [[Sean Combs]] and [[Run DMC]] and the Battleground basketball series.
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