Shane Carruth, 1972
Writers · January 1, 1972
Shane Carruth
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Shane Carruth is 54 years old, born January 1, 1972 in United States · Capricorn.
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About
Shane Carruth makes science-fiction films where he directs, writes, produces, and scores his own work. Born in 1972, the American filmmaker gained recognition with his debut Primer (2004) and later Upstream Color (2013), both prize-winning features. Steven Soderbergh called him "the illegitimate offspring of David Lynch and James Cameron" for his distinctive approach. A Capricorn, Carruth operates as a true auteur across every role.
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Biography
Shane Carruth makes science-fiction films where he directs, writes, produces, and scores his own work. Born in 1972 in the United States, the American filmmaker gained recognition with his debut Primer (2004) and later Upstream Color (2013), both prize-winning features. Steven Soderbergh called him "the illegitimate offspring of David Lynch and James Cameron" for his distinctive approach.
As a screenwriter and actor, Carruth operates as a true auteur, filling numerous creative roles on set. His unconventional filmmaking technique—blending visual abstraction with conceptual complexity—sets him apart in independent cinema. A Capricorn born on January 1, Carruth embodies the sign's reputation for discipline and methodical craft, building intricate narratives that demand active engagement from viewers. His life-path number 3 aligns with creative expression and communication, fitting his multimedia approach to storytelling.
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Trivia
- Carruth is credited as producer, director, screenwriter, composer, and actor on his films, handling nearly every creative department.
- Steven Soderbergh, renowned director, compared Carruth's filmmaking style to a hybrid of David Lynch and James Cameron.
- Both Primer (2004) and Upstream Color (2013) were recognized as prize-winning features despite limited theatrical release.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Communicator
Expressive and creative. Shane Carruth gravitate to performance, writing, and social platforms where personality compounds the work.
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
- IsaacMonkey · 2004
- Griffin GluckDragon · 2000
- Jade PettyjohnDragon · 2000
- Ruby StokesDragon · 2000
- Lindsay CollinsDragon · 2000
CHALLENGING
- Ádám SimonHorse · 1990
- Chris Colfer
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Frequently asked
- How old is Shane Carruth?
- Shane Carruth is 54 years old (born January 1, 1972).
- When is Shane Carruth's birthday?
- Shane Carruth was born on January 1, 1972.
- What is Shane Carruth's zodiac sign?
- Shane Carruth is a Capricorn, born January 1, 1972.
- What is Shane Carruth's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Shane Carruth was born in 1972, the year of the Water Rat.
- Where is Shane Carruth from?
- Shane Carruth is from United States.
- What does Shane Carruth do?
- Shane Carruth is a writer.
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