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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 Silent Star: The Fatty Arbuckle Story
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Set against the backdrop of the vibrant 1920s, "Silent Star" follows the remarkable journey of Roscoe "Fatty" Arbuckle, from his humble beginnings in vaudeville to becoming the highest-paid actor in Hollywood. Blessed with an unparalleled gift for physical comedy, Fatty wins the hearts of audiences worldwide with his larger-than-life presence on screen. However, as Fatty's star continues to rise, he finds himself ensnared in a web of temptation, excess, and scandal. When a tragic incident at a wild party leads to accusations of assault and murder, Fatty's world crumbles around him. Amidst the frenzy of media scrutiny and public outrage, he must fight to clear his name and salvage his career. "Silent Star" explores the complex and deeply human story of a man caught between his own demons and the ruthless machinations of the entertainment industry. Through triumph and tragedy, Fatty's resilience and unwavering spirit shine as he battles for redemption and the chance to reclaim his rightful place in Hollywood history.
