| Birth: | 1937 | | Death: | Jun. 26, 2003 | 
Acclaimed Screenwriter. He began his career as an editor working at Esquire Magazine alongside Robert Benton, who in 1967 helped him to write the screenplay for the film, "Bonnie And Clyde" (for which he was nominated for an Academy Award). He also wrote for the films, "Trampa De Fu Manchu" (2002), "Takedown" (2000), "Michael Jackson: Moonwalker" (1988), "Santa Claus" (1985), "Sheena" (1984), "Superman III" (1983), "Jinxed!" (1982), "Still Of The Night" (1982), "Superman II" (1980), "Superman: The Movie" (1978), "Oh! Calcutta!" (1972), "Bad Company" (1972), "What's Up, Doc?" (1972), and "There Was A Crooked Man" (1970). Also a producer he worked on the films, "Marie And Bruce" (2004-to be released then), "Off The Map" (2003), "The Secret Lives Of Dentists" (2002), "The R.O.T.O.R" (1989), and "He Who Rides A Tiger" (1965). (bio by: K)
Cause of death: Stroke
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Record added: Jun 27, 2003
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J.Sullivan
Added: Sep. 11, 2012 |
Dear Mr. Newman: While we never met, I saw your wife, Leslie, and was with your Daughter, Cathy daily, for years. Knowing what a fine person Cathy was - even at that age - and the way she spoke of you (and how much she loved you and was proud of you), you...(Read more)
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U.N. Owen
Added: Oct. 2, 2010 |
Remembering you on the day God called you home. Sorry, but I didn't know that you had died. The "Superman" movies were great fun. Thanks. May God's love and mercy shine upon you always.
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DocBock806
Added: Jun. 26, 2010 |
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