Coolidge studied illustration at Rhode Island School of Design, but changed majors, becoming the first film major at the school. She earned her MFA from New York University's Tisch School of the Arts. Later in Los Angeles she studied acting and other aspects of her craft with Lee Strasberg, Stella Adler, Joanne Baron, and David Craig.
Career
Coolidge first made her reputation by directing many award winning documentaries in New York. While in New York, she helped found the Association of Independent Video and Filmmakers (AIVF) and the IFP.
She moved to Hollywood in 1976 and spent several years as a part of the Zoetrope Studio created by Francis Ford Coppola. Her feature-length directorial debut, Not a Pretty Picture, was based on a date rape she suffered at age 16. Her breakthrough film was the independently produced Valley Girl (1983), which is now best remembered for launching the career of Nicolas Cage. It also helped the popularity of the British band Modern English's hit song I Melt with You. Her film Rambling Rose (1991) won three IFP Independent Spirit Awards for Best Picture, Best Director and Best Supporting Actress for Diane Ladd, and earned Oscar and Golden Globe nominations for Ladd and Laura Dern (Best Actress). Rambling Rose was well reviewed and made many top ten lists for the year. Despite a limited release hampered by economic problems suffered by the production company, the film played for months without advertising and earned many honors.
Martha Coolidge, 2005 Inductee to Connecticut Women's Hall of Fame, induction tribute film. Coolidge (1946- ) is a Filmmaker and first woman president of the Directors Guild of America. Learn more at www.cwhf.org
published: 07 Jan 2014
Explore Seattle, Washington with Director Martha Coolidge
Experience the dynamic allure of Seattle, Washington, through the eyes of acclaimed director Martha Coolidge as she unveils the city's vibrant energy and stunning natural landscapes. Delve into Coolidge's personal and professional journey in Seattle, a city she describes as kinetic, vital and rich with both urban vibrancy and natural beauty. Join us on a cinematic voyage through Seattle and other enchanting destinations in our series of two-minute films, where 12 directors share their intimate narratives amidst the USA's most captivating landscapes and cities. #Seattle #Washington #Travel
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published: 20 Apr 2016
Martha Coolidge for "Real Genius" 1985 - Bobbie Wygant Archive
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published: 01 Jul 2020
Director Martha Coolidge's Seattle - 15 Seconds
Director Martha Coolidge (Real Genius, The Prince and Me, Valley Girl) shows us why she loves Seattle and what led her to make a life there, both personally and professionally. “Seattle is a kinetic, vital city that is growing and living and engaged at the same time as having a lot of natural beauty.”
published: 30 Mar 2015
Conversation with Martha Coolidge - Director - "I'll Find You"
Conversation with Martha Coolidge - Director - "I'll Find You"
Martha Coolidge
June 8, 2022
published: 11 Jun 2022
FRANCO ZEFFIRELLI MARTHA COOLIDGE SUSAN SIEDLMAN PREVIEW
Multi-platform campaign for Brand USA by BBC Advertising, broadcast January 2015 on BBC World News.
published: 14 Apr 2016
Trailer Le Prince et moi De Martha Coolidge
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14 juillet 2021 sur Amazon Prime Video / 1h 51min / Romance
De Martha Coolidge
Par Mark Amin, Michael Begler
Avec Robert Russell (III), James McGowan, Julia Stiles
Titre original The Prince and Me
Paige découvre avec stupeur que l'homme dont elle est tombée amoureuse est un prince. Les choses se compliquent lorsque le roi renonce à son rôle et force alors son amoureux à prendre le trône. Paige doit maintenant prendre une décision difficile : suivre sa carrière ou son cœur.
Martha Coolidge, 2005 Inductee to Connecticut Women's Hall of Fame, induction tribute film. Coolidge (1946- ) is a Filmmaker and first woman president of the Di...
Martha Coolidge, 2005 Inductee to Connecticut Women's Hall of Fame, induction tribute film. Coolidge (1946- ) is a Filmmaker and first woman president of the Directors Guild of America. Learn more at www.cwhf.org
Martha Coolidge, 2005 Inductee to Connecticut Women's Hall of Fame, induction tribute film. Coolidge (1946- ) is a Filmmaker and first woman president of the Directors Guild of America. Learn more at www.cwhf.org
Experience the dynamic allure of Seattle, Washington, through the eyes of acclaimed director Martha Coolidge as she unveils the city's vibrant energy and stunni...
Experience the dynamic allure of Seattle, Washington, through the eyes of acclaimed director Martha Coolidge as she unveils the city's vibrant energy and stunning natural landscapes. Delve into Coolidge's personal and professional journey in Seattle, a city she describes as kinetic, vital and rich with both urban vibrancy and natural beauty. Join us on a cinematic voyage through Seattle and other enchanting destinations in our series of two-minute films, where 12 directors share their intimate narratives amidst the USA's most captivating landscapes and cities. #Seattle #Washington #Travel
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Welcome to the official channel of United States tourism. Our goal is to inspire people from around the world to explore all the exciting travel possibilities in the United States. Watch our videos and discover it, all within your reach.
Experience the dynamic allure of Seattle, Washington, through the eyes of acclaimed director Martha Coolidge as she unveils the city's vibrant energy and stunning natural landscapes. Delve into Coolidge's personal and professional journey in Seattle, a city she describes as kinetic, vital and rich with both urban vibrancy and natural beauty. Join us on a cinematic voyage through Seattle and other enchanting destinations in our series of two-minute films, where 12 directors share their intimate narratives amidst the USA's most captivating landscapes and cities. #Seattle #Washington #Travel
Connect with us on our social channels.
Like Visit The USA: http://Facebook.com/VisitTheUSA
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Welcome to the official channel of United States tourism. Our goal is to inspire people from around the world to explore all the exciting travel possibilities in the United States. Watch our videos and discover it, all within your reach.
Director Martha Coolidge (Real Genius, The Prince and Me, Valley Girl) shows us why she loves Seattle and what led her to make a life there, both personally and...
Director Martha Coolidge (Real Genius, The Prince and Me, Valley Girl) shows us why she loves Seattle and what led her to make a life there, both personally and professionally. “Seattle is a kinetic, vital city that is growing and living and engaged at the same time as having a lot of natural beauty.”
Director Martha Coolidge (Real Genius, The Prince and Me, Valley Girl) shows us why she loves Seattle and what led her to make a life there, both personally and professionally. “Seattle is a kinetic, vital city that is growing and living and engaged at the same time as having a lot of natural beauty.”
- Découvrez La chaine "Montage de série : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYTd8Mj1Bax8AQtxIWznvSQ
-Retrouvez les DVD's à vendre sur le Vinted : https://www.vi...
- Découvrez La chaine "Montage de série : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYTd8Mj1Bax8AQtxIWznvSQ
-Retrouvez les DVD's à vendre sur le Vinted : https://www.vinted.be/member/72343172-moi29031972
14 juillet 2021 sur Amazon Prime Video / 1h 51min / Romance
De Martha Coolidge
Par Mark Amin, Michael Begler
Avec Robert Russell (III), James McGowan, Julia Stiles
Titre original The Prince and Me
Paige découvre avec stupeur que l'homme dont elle est tombée amoureuse est un prince. Les choses se compliquent lorsque le roi renonce à son rôle et force alors son amoureux à prendre le trône. Paige doit maintenant prendre une décision difficile : suivre sa carrière ou son cœur.
- Découvrez La chaine "Montage de série : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYTd8Mj1Bax8AQtxIWznvSQ
-Retrouvez les DVD's à vendre sur le Vinted : https://www.vinted.be/member/72343172-moi29031972
14 juillet 2021 sur Amazon Prime Video / 1h 51min / Romance
De Martha Coolidge
Par Mark Amin, Michael Begler
Avec Robert Russell (III), James McGowan, Julia Stiles
Titre original The Prince and Me
Paige découvre avec stupeur que l'homme dont elle est tombée amoureuse est un prince. Les choses se compliquent lorsque le roi renonce à son rôle et force alors son amoureux à prendre le trône. Paige doit maintenant prendre une décision difficile : suivre sa carrière ou son cœur.
Martha Coolidge, 2005 Inductee to Connecticut Women's Hall of Fame, induction tribute film. Coolidge (1946- ) is a Filmmaker and first woman president of the Directors Guild of America. Learn more at www.cwhf.org
Experience the dynamic allure of Seattle, Washington, through the eyes of acclaimed director Martha Coolidge as she unveils the city's vibrant energy and stunning natural landscapes. Delve into Coolidge's personal and professional journey in Seattle, a city she describes as kinetic, vital and rich with both urban vibrancy and natural beauty. Join us on a cinematic voyage through Seattle and other enchanting destinations in our series of two-minute films, where 12 directors share their intimate narratives amidst the USA's most captivating landscapes and cities. #Seattle #Washington #Travel
Connect with us on our social channels.
Like Visit The USA: http://Facebook.com/VisitTheUSA
Follow Visit The USA: http://Twitter.com/VisitTheUSA
Follow Visit The USA: http://Instagram.com/VisitTheUSA
Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/VisitTheUSA
Welcome to the official channel of United States tourism. Our goal is to inspire people from around the world to explore all the exciting travel possibilities in the United States. Watch our videos and discover it, all within your reach.
Director Martha Coolidge (Real Genius, The Prince and Me, Valley Girl) shows us why she loves Seattle and what led her to make a life there, both personally and professionally. “Seattle is a kinetic, vital city that is growing and living and engaged at the same time as having a lot of natural beauty.”
- Découvrez La chaine "Montage de série : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYTd8Mj1Bax8AQtxIWznvSQ
-Retrouvez les DVD's à vendre sur le Vinted : https://www.vinted.be/member/72343172-moi29031972
14 juillet 2021 sur Amazon Prime Video / 1h 51min / Romance
De Martha Coolidge
Par Mark Amin, Michael Begler
Avec Robert Russell (III), James McGowan, Julia Stiles
Titre original The Prince and Me
Paige découvre avec stupeur que l'homme dont elle est tombée amoureuse est un prince. Les choses se compliquent lorsque le roi renonce à son rôle et force alors son amoureux à prendre le trône. Paige doit maintenant prendre une décision difficile : suivre sa carrière ou son cœur.
Coolidge studied illustration at Rhode Island School of Design, but changed majors, becoming the first film major at the school. She earned her MFA from New York University's Tisch School of the Arts. Later in Los Angeles she studied acting and other aspects of her craft with Lee Strasberg, Stella Adler, Joanne Baron, and David Craig.
Career
Coolidge first made her reputation by directing many award winning documentaries in New York. While in New York, she helped found the Association of Independent Video and Filmmakers (AIVF) and the IFP.
She moved to Hollywood in 1976 and spent several years as a part of the Zoetrope Studio created by Francis Ford Coppola. Her feature-length directorial debut, Not a Pretty Picture, was based on a date rape she suffered at age 16. Her breakthrough film was the independently produced Valley Girl (1983), which is now best remembered for launching the career of Nicolas Cage. It also helped the popularity of the British band Modern English's hit song I Melt with You. Her film Rambling Rose (1991) won three IFP Independent Spirit Awards for Best Picture, Best Director and Best Supporting Actress for Diane Ladd, and earned Oscar and Golden Globe nominations for Ladd and Laura Dern (Best Actress). Rambling Rose was well reviewed and made many top ten lists for the year. Despite a limited release hampered by economic problems suffered by the production company, the film played for months without advertising and earned many honors.