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John Carney

John Carney (born January 1, 1972) is an Irish film filmmaker and lyricist, who specialises in musical drama films. He is best known as the showrunner and executive producer of Modern Love on Amazon Prime Video, as well as for his films Once (2007), Begin Again (2013), and Sing Street (2016). He is also a co-creator of the Irish TV drama series Bachelors Walk.

January 1, 1972 (54 years old) Dublin, Ireland
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'Power Ballad' Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Featurette
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‘Once’ Star Glen Hansard Dead at 56

‘Once’ Star Glen Hansard Dead at 56

Preview: Glen Hansard has died at the age of 56. He was best known as the frontman of Irish rock band The Frames, as one...

James White ·
'Power Ballad' Interview: Peter McDonald

'Power Ballad' Interview: Peter McDonald

Arriving on digital June 23rd is the musical comedy ‘Power Ballad’, which was directed by John Carney (‘Once’) and writt...

Jami Philbrick ·
Movie Review: ‘Power Ballad’

Movie Review: ‘Power Ballad’

Opening in theaters on June 5 is ‘Power Ballad,’ which sees Paul Rudd (‘Ant-Man’) as former rocker Rick, who now spends...

James White ·
Anne Hathaway, Tina Fey Lead All-Star 'Modern Love' Cast

Anne Hathaway, Tina Fey Lead All-Star 'Modern Love' Cast

This show is giving 'The Romanoffs' a run for its money.

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