Melissa Mathison
Screenwriter of E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial
Born
June 3rd, 1950
74 years ago
Died
2015
10 years ago — 65 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A screenwriter and producer contributed significantly to the film industry. Best work includes writing the screenplay for the iconic film E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, which was released in 1982 and directed by Steven Spielberg. This film became a cultural phenomenon and remains one of the highest-grossing films of all time. Mathison's writing also encompassed other projects, including the screenplay for The BFG and co-writing the screenplay for the 1990 film Snake Eyes. Throughout her career, she earned recognition for her ability to craft compelling stories that resonate with audiences.
Wrote the screenplay for E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial
Wrote the screenplay for The BFG
Co-wrote the screenplay for Snake Eyes
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