László Krasznahorkai
Hungarian author and screenwriter
Born
January 5th, 1954
71 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Hungary
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Born in Hungary, an author and screenwriter integrated complex narrative structures with philosophical themes. Wrote several acclaimed novels, with 'Satantango' receiving significant recognition. Contributed to cinema through adaptations of own works, notably 'Satantango' which was directed by Béla Tarr. Influenced contemporary literature with innovative style and thematic depth, addressing issues of existence and human experience.
Wrote 'Satantango', a prominent novel
Adapted 'Satantango' into a film
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