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    Karim Amer

    Filmmaker the OTHRS

    Karim Amer is an accomplished filmmaker and producer with a notable career in the entertainment industry. Born in 1983, he is an Academy Award-nominated and Emmy-winning filmmaker.15

    Career Highlights

    Karim Amer is the founder of The OTHRS, a Brooklyn-based, full-service production company.13 He has worked on several critically acclaimed projects:

    • Director and Producer: He directed and produced "The Vow" (2020) for HBO and "The Great Hack" (2019) for Netflix.12
    • Producer: Amer produced the Emmy-winning and Oscar-nominated film "The Square" (2013), which won the Audience Award at both Sundance and Toronto Film Festivals.1
    • Executive Producer: He served as a co-executive producer on Hulu's Golden Globe-winning series "Ramy" (2019).1

    Notable Works

    Some of Karim Amer's most recognized works include:

    1. "The Great Hack" (2019) - This Netflix documentary was nominated for a BAFTA and an Emmy, and won a Cinema Eye Award.1
    2. "The Breadwinner" (2017) - Amer teamed up with Angelina Jolie to produce this Academy Award-nominated animated film.1
    3. "The Square" (2013) - This documentary earned him an Oscar nomination.14

    Recognition

    Karim Amer is a member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.1 His work has garnered numerous accolades, including 1 Oscar nomination and a total of 2 wins and 12 nominations across various awards.1

    Education and Background

    Amer has an educational background from NYU. He is of Egyptian-American descent4, which likely influences his unique perspective in filmmaking.

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    Location

    Greater New York City Area