birth_date: 1957-03-20 00:00:00
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name: Spike Lee
about: Shelton Jackson Lee, better known as Spike Lee, is an Emmy Award - winning, and Academy Award - nominated American film director, producer, writer, and actor noted for his films dealing with controversial social and political issues. He also teaches film at New York University and Columbia University. His production company, 40 Acres &amp; A Mule Filmworks, has produced over 35 films since 1983.