Colin Welland

Actor and screenwriter, The English Patient

Colin Welland - Actor and screenwriter, The English Patient
Born

July 4th, 1934
90 years ago

Died

2015
10 years ago — 81 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United Kingdom

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An English actor and screenwriter received acclaim for writing the screenplay of the film 'Chariots of Fire', which won an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. As an actor, appeared in the television series 'Z-Cars' and the film 'Kes'. Welland's career included notable work on stage and in television, contributing to various productions throughout the 20th century. Later work involved involvement in television drama and adaptation projects, maintaining a presence in the British entertainment industry until retirement.

Wrote 'Chariots of Fire', winning an Oscar

Appeared in 'Z-Cars' and 'Kes'

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