Jimmy Jack, 1978
Writers · January 1, 1978
Jimmy Jack
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Jimmy Jack is 48 years old, born January 1, 1978 · Capricorn.
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About
Jimmy Jack is the professional name of Daniel James Houghton, an Australian filmmaker and screenwriter born in 1978. He's best known for directing the 2008 film The Black Balloon. As a Capricorn, he channels ambitious creative vision into his work across film and writing.
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Biography
Daniel James Houghton, professionally known as Jimmy Jack (also "Jimmy The Exploder" or "The Exploder"), is an Australian filmmaker and screenwriter. Born in 1978, he gained recognition for directing The Black Balloon in 2008, a project that established his reputation in Australian cinema. Houghton works across screenwriting and filmmaking, disciplines that demand both narrative craftsmanship and visual storytelling. His work as a screenwriter reflects the collaborative nature of the craft—translating written vision into performed and filmed stories. A Capricorn born on January 1st, his life-path number 9 suggests a cycle of completion and universal perspective, traits that often emerge in filmmakers who synthesize multiple creative voices. Operating in the Australian film industry, Houghton represents a generation of screenwriters who moved fluidly between page and screen direction.
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Trivia
- Houghton was photographed holding the Crystal Bear award at the 58th Berlin Film Festival, a major validation of his directorial work.
- His professional nicknames—'Jimmy The Exploder' and 'The Exploder'—suggest a bold, high-impact approach to storytelling.
- Born on January 1st, his birth date marks the calendar's fresh start, symbolic of a screenwriter constantly beginning new narratives.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Humanitarian
Idealistic and global. Jimmy Jack often use their platform for causes and tend to build broad, internationally diverse audiences.
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
- Hunter SchaferTiger · 1998
- Dylan WangTiger · 1998
- Kerris DorseyTiger · 1998
- Declan McKennaTiger · 1998
- AlexandraTiger · 1998
CHALLENGING
- Seol In-ahRat · 1996
- Rae Lil Black
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Frequently asked
- How old is Jimmy Jack?
- Jimmy Jack is 48 years old (born January 1, 1978).
- When is Jimmy Jack's birthday?
- Jimmy Jack was born on January 1, 1978.
- What is Jimmy Jack's zodiac sign?
- Jimmy Jack is a Capricorn, born January 1, 1978.
- What is Jimmy Jack's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Jimmy Jack was born in 1978, the year of the Earth Horse.
- What does Jimmy Jack do?
- Jimmy Jack is a writer.
- Is Jimmy Jack still alive?
- Yes — Jimmy Jack is alive and 48 years old.
- What is Jimmy Jack's life-path number?
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