Burr Steers

The Profile

American film director, screenwriter and actor, known for Igby Goes Down and Pride & Prejudice and Zombies.

Has directed film adaptations and worked in comedy-drama and genre blends; credited for direction on Igby Goes Down and Pride & Prejudice and Zombies.

DeBaser reviews treat Burr Steers' films as uneven but engaging. Pride & Prejudice and Zombies is praised for working better than expected, with strong performances but a patchy screenplay. Igby Goes Down is read as a coming-of-age, Catcher-in-the-Rye–inspired drama with a notable soundtrack and affecting scenes.