Frank Cottrell-Boyce

English author and screenwriter

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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