Anand Tucker (born 24 June 1963) is a film director and producer based in

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. He began his career directing factual television programming and adverts. He co-owns the production company Seven Stories.

Personal life

Tucker was born in

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mother. He attended Island School and moved to the UK at the age of 18. He has two children with his partner, director Sharon Maguire.

Filmography

As Director

* ''

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'' (1996) * '' Hilary and Jackie'' (1998) * '' Shopgirl'' (2005) * '' And When Did You Last See Your Father?'' (2007) * '' Red Riding: The Year of Our Lord 1983'' (2009) * ''

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'' (2010) * ''Gothica'' (an ABC pilot series) (2013) * '' Indian Summers'' (2015) (4 episodes) * '' The Critic'' (TBA)

As Producer

* '' Girl With A Pearl Earring'' (2003) * '' Incendiary'' (2008) * ''

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In development

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Anand Tucker Anand Tucker (born 24 June 1963) is a film director and producer based in London. He began his career directing factual television programming and adverts. He co-owns the production company Seven Stories. Personal life Tucker was born in Thailan ...

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