Roberto Orci

Screenwriter and producer, co-writer of Transformers

Roberto Orci - Screenwriter and producer, co-writer of Transformers
Born

July 20th, 1973
52 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Born in Mexico City, this individual became a prominent Mexican-American screenwriter and producer. After moving to the United States, significant contributions to the film industry included co-writing the screenplay for the blockbuster film series Transformers. Collaboration with Alex Kurtzman on various projects led to success in television as well, contributing to the writing and production of the series Alias and Fringe.

Co-wrote the screenplay for Transformers

Co-created the series Fringe

Produced the film Star Trek

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