| Who is it? | Cinematographer, Director, Writer |
| Occupation | film director, screenwriter and cinematographer |
Warwick Thornton, an esteemed filmmaker hailing from Alice Springs, Australia, has gained considerable recognition for his notable contributions in the film industry. Known for his exceptional skills in both writing and directing, Thornton has crafted several captivating films, enlightening documentaries, and engaging television series throughout his career. Although it is difficult to precisely determine a filmmaker's net worth, industry experts estimate that Warwick Thornton's net worth may range from $100,000 to $1 million by the year 2024. With his immense talent and dedication to his craft, it comes as no surprise that Thornton has found success and earned a substantial amount of wealth. As a visionary storyteller, he continues to create thought-provoking pieces that resonate with audiences worldwide, solidifying his place as one of Australia's most esteemed filmmakers.
Where I grew up in Alice I was a DJ for a radio station (CAAMA). The station began a film unit and so I watched people pack cameras and equipment into cars and take off to make films. I was alone at the radio station and I thought that I really wanted to go with them. That’s how it started, I made a film called Green Bush which is basically about that time. Eventually I went to AFTRS in Sydney and got really involved as a Director of Photography. I’ve been in the business for 9 years now.
He graduated in cinematography from the Australian Film, Television and Radio School. Thornton began his career making short films and has achieved success with them at film festivals around the world, including Payback at the Telluride Film Festival and Green Bush and Nana at the Berlin International Film Festival. He describes his decision to become a filmmaker in an interview in 2007:
