Elmore Leonard
Novelist and screenwriter of crime thrillers
Born
October 11th, 1925
99 years ago
Died
August 20th, 2013
11 years ago — 87 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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An American writer whose career spanned over six decades, produced numerous acclaimed novels and screenplays. A master of dialogue and character development, crafted stories that often centered around crime, suspense, and the complexities of human relationships. Authored works that were adapted into popular films and television series. Notable novels include "Get Shorty," "Rum Punch," and "Out of Sight," many of which received screen adaptations that garnered attention. Developed a unique style that blended elements of westerns, crime fiction, and mainstream literature.
Authored the novel 'Get Shorty'
Wrote 'Rum Punch', adapted into 'Jackie Brown'
Created 'Out of Sight', adapted into a film
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