Frank Cottrell-Boyce
English author and screenwriter
Born
September 23rd, 1959
65 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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An author and screenwriter born in 1959. Worked on children's literature and television screenplays. Wrote the adaptation of the 2012 Olympic Opening Ceremony, which was directed by Danny Boyle. Authored several acclaimed children's books, contributing to literature for young readers.
Wrote 'Millions', a celebrated children's novel
Contributed to the script for the 2012 London Olympics Opening Ceremony
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