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Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
Marshall Brickman, renowned for co-writing several hit films with Woody Allen, has passed away at the age of 85. Brickman was celebrated for his contributions to iconic movies such as 'Annie Hall' and 'Manhattan,' which have left a lasting impact on the film industry.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Guardian
David Seidler, the Oscar-winning screenwriter known for The King's Speech, has passed away at the age of 86 while on a fly-fishing trip in New Zealand, according to reports. Seidler, who had a personal connection to the story due to his own stammer, won accolades for his work on the historical drama and also penned the stage adaptation. Throughout his career, he contributed to a variety of projects, including animated children's musicals and biopics.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Variety
David Seidler, the Oscar-winning screenwriter of "The King's Speech," passed away at 86 while on a fly-fishing trip in New Zealand, his favorite place. His acclaimed work included the stage adaptation of "The King's Speech" and several TV movies and series episodes. Seidler is survived by his adult children, Marc and Maya.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Hollywood Reporter
David Seidler, the Oscar-winning screenwriter of The King's Speech, has passed away at the age of 86 while on a fly-fishing trip in New Zealand. His script for The King's Speech was inspired by his own experience overcoming a stutter as a child, and the film went on to win multiple Academy Awards. Seidler also wrote for other films and remained passionate about screenwriting, with several projects in development at the time of his death.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Ars Technica
Screenwriter R. Lance Hill, also known as David Lee Henry, is suing Amazon, MGM Studios, and United Artists over the upcoming remake of the 1989 film Road House, claiming they failed to pay him licensing fees after the copyright reverted back to him in November 2023. Hill alleges that the studios have refused to recognize his ownership and are proceeding with an unauthorized remake, contending that the original screenplay was not a work made for hire. While not seeking to halt the remake, Hill is pursuing legal action to ensure his exclusive rights to the screenplay are respected and to receive appropriate compensation for the derivative work.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Variety
Bo Goldman, the acclaimed screenwriter known for his work on films such as "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" and "Melvin and Howard," has passed away at the age of 90. Goldman won Oscars for his scripts and was considered one of the best screenwriters of his generation. He began his career in television before breaking into feature films. Despite some ups and downs, Goldman's talent and contributions to the industry were widely recognized and celebrated. He leaves behind a legacy of remarkable work and will be remembered as a significant figure in the world of screenwriting.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The New York Times
Bo Goldman, the acclaimed screenwriter known for his work on films such as "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" and "Melvin and Howard," has passed away at the age of 90. Goldman won two Academy Awards for his screenplays and was praised for his ability to create memorable characters through small details. He was regarded as a talented collaborator and was known for his pitch-perfect recall of past conversations. Goldman's career spanned several decades, and he leaves behind a legacy of influential and critically acclaimed films.