Alvin Sargent

Alvin Sargent

Deceased · Born: Apr 12, 1927 · Died: May 9, 2019

Personal Details

BornApr 12, 1927 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
Spouse
  • Laura Ziskin

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Jun 12, 2011 )
  • Joan Camden

    ( Aug 15, 1953 to Sep 1, 1975 )
Relatives
  • Herbert Sargent (Sibling)

Biography

Alvin Sargent, a celebrated American screenwriter, embarked on a remarkable journey that would forever etch his mark on the film industry, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire and influence generations of writers and filmmakers alike.

Born on April 12, 1927, Sargent's illustrious career spanned an impressive five decades, during which he crafted screenplays for a diverse array of films that showcased his remarkable versatility and talent.

Throughout his illustrious career, Sargent was renowned for his ability to craft compelling narratives that resonated with audiences worldwide, earning him a reputation as one of the most respected and accomplished screenwriters of his time.

As a testament to his enduring impact on the film industry, Sargent's remarkable body of work continues to be celebrated and studied by writers, filmmakers, and industry professionals around the world, serving as a lasting tribute to his remarkable talent and dedication to his craft.

Alvin Sargent, a renowned screenwriter, garnered widespread recognition and acclaim for his remarkable body of work, with two Academy Awards for Best Adapted Screenplay being a crowning achievement in his illustrious career.

The first of these esteemed honors was bestowed upon him for his remarkable script for the 1977 film "Julia", a cinematic masterpiece that showcased his exceptional storytelling abilities and mastery of the written word.

The second Academy Award, a testament to his unwavering dedication to his craft, was awarded to him for his outstanding work on the 1980 film "Ordinary People", a poignant and thought-provoking drama that demonstrated his unparalleled skill in crafting compelling narratives.

These prestigious accolades serve as a testament to Sargent's exceptional talent, his ability to weave complex characters and storylines, and his unwavering commitment to his art, solidifying his position as one of the most accomplished screenwriters of his generation.

Notable screenplays penned by Sargent include "The Sterile Cuckoo", a 1969 cinematic masterpiece, as well as "The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-in-the-Moon Marigolds", a 1970 film that showcased his remarkable storytelling abilities.

A renowned filmmaker, Sargent has consistently showcased his remarkable ability to navigate diverse creative territories, effortlessly transitioning between multiple genres and exploring a vast array of themes that captivate and inspire his audience.

Career

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2012
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2007
Spider-Man 3
Spider-Man 3 as Screenplay
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2004
Spider-Man 2
Spider-Man 2 as Screenplay
{"id":2910,"title":"Unfaithful","year":"2002","job":"Screenplay","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/unfaithful","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7dcndhff2150.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7dcndhff2150.jpg"},"released":1}
2002
Unfaithful
Unfaithful as Screenplay
{"id":4221,"title":"Anywhere But Here","year":"1999","job":"Screenplay","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/anywhere-but-here","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_4221.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_4221.jpg"},"released":1}
1999
Anywhere But Here
Anywhere But Here as Screenplay
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1996
Bogus
Bogus as Screenplay
{"id":6530,"title":"Hero","year":"1992","job":"Story","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/hero","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2j3jtq7uiu20.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2j3jtq7uiu20.jpg"},"released":1}
1992
Hero
Hero as Story
{"id":4971,"title":"What About Bob?","year":"1991","job":"Story","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/what-about-bob","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3aure8lbbqd0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3aure8lbbqd0.jpg"},"released":1}
1991
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{"id":5067,"title":"White Palace","year":"1990","job":"Screenplay","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/white-palace","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_5067.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_5067.jpg"},"released":1}
1990
White Palace
White Palace as Screenplay
{"id":7953,"title":"Dominick and Eugene","year":"1988","job":"Writer","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/dominick-and-eugene","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_7953.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_7953.jpg"},"released":1}
1988
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1987
Nuts
Nuts as Screenplay
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1980
Ordinary People
Ordinary People as Screenplay
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1978
Straight Time
Straight Time as Screenplay
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1977
Bobby Deerfield
Bobby Deerfield as Screenplay
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Julia
Julia as Screenplay
{"id":5208,"title":"Paper Moon","year":"1973","job":"Screenplay","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/paper-moon","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_5208.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_5208.jpg"},"released":1}
1973
Paper Moon
Paper Moon as Screenplay
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1972
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Footsteps
Footsteps as Writer
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1970
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1969
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1968
The Stalking Moon
The Stalking Moon as Screenplay
{"id":82083,"title":"Gambit","year":"1966","job":"Screenplay","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/gambit-1966","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/55ahk9mp4d70.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/55ahk9mp4d70.jpg"},"released":1}
1966
Gambit
Gambit as Screenplay