Charlie Kaufman
Screenwriter of 'Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind'
Born
November 19th, 1958
66 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A director, producer, and screenwriter from the United States. Gained recognition for unique and unconventional storytelling styles. Created notable films that explore themes of identity and consciousness. Directed and wrote 'Synecdoche, New York', which received critical acclaim. Wrote the screenplay for 'Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind', winning an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay.
Wrote and directed 'Synecdoche, New York'
Wrote screenplay for 'Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind'
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