Alvin Sargent, a renowned American screenwriter, left an indelible mark on the film industry, penning notable scripts for Ordinary People and a trio of Marvel blockbusters for Sony, including Spider-Man 2, Spider-Man 3, and The Amazing Spider-Man.
Sargent's work on Spider-Man 2 garnered widespread critical acclaim, solidifying his reputation as a masterful storyteller. In addition to his work on the Spider-Man franchise, he also lent his talents to the critically acclaimed television series Paper Moon, contributing a handful of episodes to the show.
Throughout his career, Sargent was married to Laura Ziskin, a highly respected film producer who had the distinction of overseeing the production of the Spider-Man films that Sargent wrote.