directed

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In late March, the western state of Gujarat directed utility Tata Power to restart a facility that runs on imported coal.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026

That friction provided the impetus for Peter Shaffer’s Tony award-winning play “Amadeus,” which became a hit movie directed by Milos Forman in 1984.

From Salon • May 16, 2026

He wrote, directed and co-produced the film, and played one of the roles.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

Hollywood star John Travolta was given a surprise lifetime achievement award at the Cannes Film Festival Friday as he premiered the first movie he has ever directed.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

The trees had risen to meet him as he darted back the way his father had directed.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray