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Hanif Kureishi

Hanif Kureishi

Hanif Kureishi CBE (born December 5, 1954) is an English playwright, screenwriter and filmmaker, novelist and short story writer. The themes of his work have touched on topics of race, nationalism, immigration, and sexuality. In 2008, The Times named Kureishi in their list of "The 50 greatest British writers since 1945".

Known for

Bowie: The Final Act
Bowie: The Final Act
2025 • Self
In My Own Words: Hanif Kureishi
In My Own Words: Hanif Kureishi
2024 • Self
Peter Sellers: A State of Comic Ecstasy
Peter Sellers: A State of Comic Ecstasy
2020 • Self
Hanif Kureishi Interview
Hanif Kureishi Interview
2015
David Bowie Is Happening Now
David Bowie Is Happening Now
2013 • Self
Heavy Rain
Heavy Rain
2010 • Himself
Andrew and Jeremy Get Married
Andrew and Jeremy Get Married
2005
Black and White in Colour
Black and White in Colour
1992 • Self

Full filmography

Heavy Rain
Heavy Rain
2010 • Himself
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Rage
1986 • Himself
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Laughter
1986 • Himself
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Tears
1986 • Himself
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Hanif Kureishi – Biography, Known For & Filmography