David Koepp

Screenwriter of Jurassic Park

David Koepp - Screenwriter of Jurassic Park
Born

June 9th, 1963
62 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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