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John Thomas Sayles (born September 28, 1950) is an American independent film director, screenwriter, editor, actor, and novelist. He is known for writing and directing the films The Brother from Another Planet (1984), Matewan (1987), Eight Men Out (1988), Passion Fish (1992), The Secret of Roan Inish (1994), Lone Star (1996), and Men with Guns ...
John Sayles is an American filmmaker who has written, directed and acted in various genres and styles. He is known for his social consciousness, regional cultures and national values in films like Lone Star, Eight Men Out and The Brother from Another Planet.
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John Sayles (born September 28, 1950, Schenectady, New York, U.S.) is an American motion-picture director, screenwriter, novelist, and actor who since the 1980s has been among the most prominent independent filmmakers in the United States.
Learn about the life and career of John Sayles, a prolific and independent filmmaker who wrote and directed films such as Return of the Secaucus Seven, Lone Star and Piranha. Find out his birth date, height, family, awards, trivia and quotes.
- September 28, 1950
Jan 16, 2024 · The writer/director of the 1996 neo-Western reveals how he shot on a modest budget and created a rich tapestry of American life. Learn his tips on aspect ratio, locations, editing and more.
Nov 5, 2013 · An interview with the American independent filmmaker John Sayles, who discusses his early works, his collaborations, and his latest film Go For Sisters. Learn about his influences, his challenges, and his insights into the film industry.