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Who is Michael Philippou? An evergreen, sourced profile: biography, key facts and career.

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Danny Philippou and Michael Philippou, known together online as RackaRacka, are Australian twin filmmakers, YouTubers, and stunt performers. They are known for their horror comedy YouTube videos and for the career as horror filmmakers which those videos spawned. They have won numerous awards for their work, including the Best International Channel Streamy Award, Best Overall at the Online Video Awards, and the AACTA Award for the Best Web Show. Originally from Adelaide with Greek heritage, the brothers moved to Los Angeles in January 2019 but continue to make films in Australia. They made their feature directorial debut when they wrote and directed the supernatural horror film Talk to Me, which premiered at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival and was released internationally on 27 July 2023. Their second film, Bring Her Back, was released in 2025. Both received positive reviews.

Quick facts about Michael Philippou

  • Full name: Michael Philippou
  • Born: 1992-11-13
  • Nationality: Australia
  • Known as: Creator
  • Wikidata ID: Q121118648

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Who is Michael Philippou?

Danny Philippou and Michael Philippou, known together online as RackaRacka, are Australian twin filmmakers, YouTubers, and stunt performers.

What nationality is Michael Philippou?

Michael Philippou is Australia.

When was Michael Philippou born?

Michael Philippou was born on 1992-11-13.

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