Born to film director Costa Gavras, who oversaw productions such as 1989’s “The Music Box” and 1997’s “Mad City,” Romain Gavras has followed in his father’s footsteps. He got his first break in 2007, directing a music video for electronic music group Simian Mobile Disco’s single, “I Believe.” Gavras’ work attracted the attention of British rapper and singer M.I.A., who tapped the upcoming filmmaker to create her visual for the 2010 record “Born Free.” However, he and the singer caught some heat for their video shortly after it was shared on YouTube. “Born Free” was quickly banned from the platform, allegedly for its violent imagery. This did not stop him from working with other well-known acts, such as Jay-Z and Kanye West, who requested Gavras to bring life to their “No Church in the Wild” record in 2011.
In addition to music videos, Gavras has made strides with several movies. His debut drama, “Our Day Will Come,” was released in 2010. Eight years later, his second feature film, the heist comedy “The World Is Yours,” arrived. His most popular movie to date is Netflix’s action drama, “Athena,” which premiered on the streamer in 2022. With so much success behind the camera, Gavras has amassed a $5 million net worth.
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