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Known for
Director
Gender
Male
Birthday
14 August
Location
New Jersey, United States
Edit pageGregory Jacobs
Biography
Gregory Jacobs is an American film director and producer known for his work on both feature films and documentaries. Born in the United States, Jacobs has built a career collaborating closely with acclaimed filmmaker Steven Soderbergh, while also developing his own projects that showcase his narrative and visual sensibilities.
Early Life and Career
Jacobs studied film and developed an early interest in directing and producing. He began his career working behind the scenes on film productions, gaining experience in various aspects of filmmaking that would later inform his directorial style.
Career Highlights
Jacobs is best known for his collaboration with Steven Soderbergh, serving as a producer and assistant director on numerous films, including Out of Sight (1998), Traffic (2000), and the Ocean’s trilogy (Ocean’s Eleven, Ocean’s Twelve, Ocean’s Thirteen). His contributions to these projects have been praised for their efficiency, creativity, and attention to detail.
As a director, Jacobs has helmed films such as Criminal (2004), a crime thriller exploring moral ambiguity, and documentaries including The Making of ‘The Girlfriend Experience’ (2009), showcasing his versatility across formats.
