David Koepp
Screenwriter of Jurassic Park
Born
June 9th, 1963
61 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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Born in 1963, a director, producer, and screenwriter based in the United States. Early career included work on various television productions and independent films. Gained significant recognition for screenwriting in the blockbuster film 'Jurassic Park' released in 1993. Also directed several films, including 'Stir of Echoes' and 'Secret Window'. Koepp contributed to the screenplays of various successful films throughout the 1990s and 2000s, collaborating with major directors and producing numerous box office hits.
Wrote the screenplay for Jurassic Park
Directed Stir of Echoes
Wrote the screenplay for Panic Room
Wrote the screenplay for Spider-Man
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