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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 Revolting Rhymes: The Roald Dahl Story
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"Revolting Rhymes: The Roald Dahl Story" takes us on a journey through the whimsical and sometimes dark imagination of Roald Dahl, from his childhood in Wales to his illustrious career as a prolific author. Born to Norwegian immigrant parents, Dahl's early life was marked by tragedy and adventure, shaping the foundation of his storytelling prowess. We follow Dahl's formative years, including his experiences at boarding school and his service as a fighter pilot during World War II. These experiences not only influenced his writing but also forged his irreverent and mischievous outlook on life. As Dahl emerges into the literary scene, we witness the genesis of his most iconic works, exploring the inspirations behind classics like "James and the Giant Peach," "The BFG," and "Fantastic Mr. Fox." His collaborations with illustrators like Quentin Blake also come to life, showcasing the unique blend of words and imagery that defined his stories.
