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Aaron Benjamin Sorkin (born June 9, 1961) is an American screenwriter, playwright and film director. Born in New York City, he developed a passion for writing early on. As a writer for stage, television, and film, Sorkin is recognised for his trademark fast-paced dialogue and extended monologues, complemented by frequent use of the "walk and talk" storytelling technique. Sorkin has earned numerous accolades, including an Academy Award, a BAFTA Award, five Primetime Emmy Awards, and three Golden Globes. Sorkin rose to prominence as a writer-creator and showrunner of the television series Sports Night (1998–2000), The West Wing (1999–2006), Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip (2006–07), and The Newsroom (2012–14). He is also known for his work on Broadway, including the plays A Few Good Men (1989), The Farnsworth Invention (2007), To Kill a Mockingbird (2018), and the revival of Lerner and Loewe's musical Camelot (2023). He wrote the film screenplays for A Few Good Men (1992), The American President (1995), and several biopics, including Charlie Wilson's War (2007), Moneyball (2011), and Steve Jobs (2015). For writing The Social Network (2010), he won the Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay. He made his directorial film debut with Molly's Game (2017), followed by The Trial of the Chicago 7 (2020) and Being the Ricardos (2021). Description above from the Wikipedia article Aaron Sorkin, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Aaron Sorkin
Writer
for Writer in Eternal Passion: The Anthony Quinn Story
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"Eternal Passion" is a captivating biopic that chronicles the remarkable journey of Anthony Quinn, a titan of the silver screen whose life was as dramatic and colorful as the characters he portrayed. From his humble beginnings in Chihuahua, Mexico, to becoming a two-time Academy Award-winning actor, Quinn's story is one of resilience, talent, and boundless passion. The film explores Quinn's early struggles, his quest for identity, and the unwavering determination that led him to Hollywood. It delves into his breakthrough role in "Viva Zapata!" alongside Marlon Brando, catapulting him to stardom and establishing him as a force to be reckoned with in the industry. As Quinn navigates the challenges of being a Mexican actor in a predominantly white industry, the narrative unfolds with his iconic performances in classics such as "La Strada," "Zorba the Greek," and "Lawrence of Arabia." The film showcases his ability to seamlessly transform into diverse characters, earning him critical acclaim and international recognition.
