Irish film director John Moore first rose to prominence when he was asked to direct the war film, “Behind Enemy Lines” (2001), based on his track record of directing high-octane, effects-driven, youth-oriented TV commercials. He followed up his big break by directing several remakes including “The Omen” (2006). The dramatic, loquacious, larger-than-life director with the red beard became known around Hollywood as a fiery personality on-set, but his status as a significant filmmaker remained to be seen, with the mixed reviews and lackluster ticket sales of his first three outings.

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