who is greta gerwig

Greta Gerwig is an American actress, screenwriter, and film director known for her work in independent films and major studio productions. She initially gained recognition in mumblecore films and has since transitioned to directing acclaimed movies such as "Lady Bird" (2017), "Little Women" (2019), and the blockbuster "Barbie" (2023). Gerwig has received multiple Academy Award nominations for her directing and screenwriting, including for "Lady Bird" and "Little Women," and made history with "Barbie" as the first solo female director whose film grossed over a billion dollars worldwide. She frequently collaborates with her husband, filmmaker Noah Baumbach, and is considered one of the most influential people in Hollywood today.