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Richard Brooks

Writing 79 (deceased) years old Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA ★ 0.9
Born: May 18, 1912
Died: March 11, 1992

Biography

Richard Brooks (May 18, 1912 – March 11, 1992) was an American screenwriter, director, novelist and occasional producer. His outstanding works as director are Blackboard Jungle (1955); Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (1958); Elmer Gantry (1960) – for which he won an Academy Award for Best Writing (Adapted Screenplay); In Cold Blood (1967); and Looking for Mr. Goodbar (1977).

Brooks was one of the relatively few filmmakers whose careers bridged the transition from the classic studio system to the independent productions that marked the 1960s and beyond. He was also among the postwar writer-directors who made some of their best films as they struggled to break free of industry censorship. His legacy is that of a filmmaker who sought independence in a collaborative art and tried to bring his own vision to the screen.

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Known For

Deadline - U.S.A.
Deadline - U.S.A. Writer 1952
Storm Warning
Storm Warning Writer 1951
Fever Pitch
Fever Pitch Writer 1985
Mystery Street
Mystery Street Screenplay 1950
Sweet Bird of Youth
Sweet Bird of Youth Screenplay 1962

Filmography

Acting Credits (7)

Directing Credits (26)

Writing Credits (34)

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