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Robert Towne (born Robert Bertram Schwartz; November 23, 1934) is an American screenwriter and director. He started with writing films for Roger Corman including The Tomb of Ligeia (1964). Later, he was a part of the New Hollywood wave of filmmaking.
As ‘Chinatown’ Turns 50, Robert Towne Reflects on His Netflix Prequel Plans With David Fincher and Writing Jack ...
There are the classics — and then there’s “Chinatown.” First released on June 20, 1974, the seminal noir feature was a resounding success at its time: a big hit for producer and Paramount heavy ...
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Netflix’s Chinatown series is reportedly on hold while David Fincher focuses on a Squid Game remake
Credit: Noh Juhan A TV show adaptation of Chinatown has reportedly been in the works since 2019 but it looks to be finally making good progress as the original screenwriter of the 1974 movie ...
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Robert Towne is a legendary Hollywood screenwriter who won an Oscar for Chinatown and wrote classics like The Godfather and Bonnie and Clyde. He also directed and acted in some films, and was a script doctor for many others.
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- Los Angeles, California, USA
6 days ago · First released on June 20, 1974, the seminal noir feature was a resounding success at its time: a big hit for producer and Paramount heavy Robert Evans, a renowned return to Hollywood for...
Writer, director, producer, actor. Born in Los Angeles, California, USA, and raised in the seaport town of San Pedro. Got his start acting and writing for legendary exploitation director/producer Roger Corman.
- November 23, 1934
Mar 21, 2017 · Watch the interview with the Oscar-winning writer of Chinatown and other classics. Learn about his influences, his process, and his advice for aspiring screenwriters.
Oct 13, 2017 · Learn about the life and career of Robert Towne, the Oscar-winning writer of Chinatown, who also rewrote or consulted on many other classic films. Discover how he created the ultimate Oedipal story of Los Angeles and why he was the first man to make a reputation out of rewriting.
Aug 8, 2013 · Screenwriter Robert Towne discusses his life and career. He is most notable for his Oscar-nominated screenplays of The Last Detail (1973), Chinatown (1974), ...
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