About

Known credits:
23
Birthday:
1959-07-23
Place of birth:
Bronx, New York, USA
Website:
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Nancy Savoca

Overview

Nancy Savoca, a celebrated filmmaker born in the Bronx, New York, gained prominence for her work as a screenwriter, director, and producer. Known for her authentic storytelling and unique directorial style, Savoca emerged as a trailblazer with films such as "True Love" and "Dogfight." Her ability to capture raw emotions and depict nuanced human relationships garnered critical acclaim. Savoca's career exemplifies a dedication to telling impactful stories that resonate deeply with audiences, solidifying her as a respected figure in filmmaking. Born and raised in the Bronx, New York, she is the daughter of Sicilian and Argentine immigrants Calogero Savoca and Maria Elvira Savoca. Married to Richard Guay (pronounced as "gay"), also a writer and producer, they have three children: two sons and a daughter.

Known for

Acting
2024 The Many Miracles of Household Saints Actor Self 59
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Directing
2015 If There Be Thorns Directing Director 59
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2011 Union Square Directing Director 58
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2003 Dirt Directing Director N/A
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2003 Reno: Rebel Without a Pause Directing Director N/A
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1999 The 24 Hour Woman Directing Director 58
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1996 If These Walls Could Talk Directing Director 59
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1993 Household Saints Directing Director 59
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1991 Dogfight Directing Director 60
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1989 True Love Directing Director 58
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1982 Bad Timing Directing Director N/A
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1982 Renata Directing Director 59
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The Tale of Timmy Two Chins Directing Director N/A
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Writing
2011 Union Square Writing Screenplay 58
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2003 Dirt Writing Writer N/A
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1999 The 24 Hour Woman Writing Writer 58
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1996 If These Walls Could Talk Writing Story 59
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1996 If These Walls Could Talk Writing Writer 59
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1993 Household Saints Writing Screenplay 59
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1989 True Love Writing Writer 58
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1982 Bad Timing Writing Writer N/A
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Production
2003 Dirt Production Executive Producer N/A
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Crew
1982 Renata Crew Script 59
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