Richard Brooks

American director and screenwriter

Richard Brooks - American director and screenwriter
Born

May 18th, 1912
112 years ago

Died

March 11th, 1992
33 years ago — 79 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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A prominent director, producer, and screenwriter, contributed significantly to American cinema from the 1950s to the 1980s. Directed notable films such as 'Elmer Gantry', which garnered critical acclaim and earned Academy Awards. Worked on various genres, including drama and crime, and created influential television series. Demonstrated skill in adapting literary works to film, evident in successful adaptations like 'In Cold Blood'.

Directed 'Elmer Gantry', winning an Oscar

Adapted 'In Cold Blood' for film

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