Marc Forster is a Swiss-American film director, producer, and screenwriter known for his diverse body of work. He was born on November 30, 1969, in Karlsruhe, Germany, and later moved to the United States. Forster gained recognition for films such as Monster's Ball, which earned Halle Berry an Academy Award, and Finding Neverland, starring Johnny Depp. Throughout his career, Forster has worked in various genres, including drama, romance, and action. Some of his notable films include World War Z, featuring Brad Pitt, and The Kite Runner, based on Khaled Hosseini's bestselling novel. His ability to blend storytelling with visual artistry has made him a prominent figure in contemporary cinema.