James Goldman
James Goldman · Arts & Literature
Screenwriter of The Lion in Winter (Academy Award 1968); brother of William
1927, Chicago, Illinois, United States — 1998, New York City, United States
United States
James Goldman is recognized among Jewish contributors to Arts & Literature — Screenwriter of The Lion in Winter (Academy Award 1968); brother of William
Goldman, an American Jewish playwright and screenwriter and brother of William Goldman, wrote 'The Lion in Winter'. He won the 1968 Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay for the film version, and also wrote the book for the Stephen Sondheim musical 'Follies'. His sharp, literate historical drama became a modern classic.
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Screenwriter of The Lion in Winter (Academy Award 1968); brother of William
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