Common questions about George Miller (filmmaker)

Short answers, pulled from the story.

When and where was George Miller born?

George Miller was born on the 3rd of March 1945 in Chinchilla, Queensland, to Greek immigrant parents Jim and Angela Miller.

What was George Miller's profession before he became a filmmaker?

George Miller trained as a physician at the University of New South Wales and worked as a doctor at Sydney's St Vincent's Hospital until 1972.

When did George Miller found Kennedy Miller Productions?

George Miller founded Kennedy Miller Productions in 1972 together with his producing partner Byron Kennedy.

What major accident changed George Miller's approach to filmmaking?

A real helicopter crash occurred on the set of Twilight Zone: The Movie in 1983, which forced George Miller to completely re-evaluate his safety protocols and practical effects.

When was Mad Max: Fury Road released and how many Academy Awards did it win?

Mad Max: Fury Road was released on the 15th of May 2015 and won six Academy Awards including Best Film Editing and Best Production Design.

Who is George Miller's wife and what is her role in his films?

George Miller has been married to film editor Margaret Sixel since 1995, and she serves as a key collaborator in the editing process of his directorial efforts.