Stephen Glantz, a highly acclaimed and accomplished screenwriter and author, has made a profound and lasting impact in the literary and cinematic world, leaving an indelible mark on the industry. His book, Clara's War, a literary masterpiece published in the United States by Harper Collins, has successfully bridged linguistic divides, being translated into an astonishing 21 languages, a testament to its universal appeal and timeless themes.
Clara's War, a notable literary achievement, gained recognition from the esteemed American Library Association, which honored it with the prestigious Sophie Brody Honor Book title.
Meanwhile, Glantz's most recent cinematic endeavour, Crescendo, directed by the talented Dror Zhavi and released in the year 2020, received a special accolade from the highly respected Cinema for Peace Foundation at the renowned Berlin Festival.
Crescendo was privileged to receive this prestigious honor alongside a distinguished group of individuals, including the renowned actress Vanessa Redgrave, acclaimed director Costa Gavras, and the talented actor Gerald Butler.
Prior to this achievement, Glantz's earlier film, Wunderkinder, had already garnered significant recognition. Released in 2011, Wunderkinder was directed by the skilled filmmaker Marcus Rosenmueller and had the distinction of being awarded the Yad Vashem Award for Best Film at the esteemed Jerusalem Film Festival.
Wunderkinder's impressive array of accolades persisted at The Giffoni Children's Film Festival, where it garnered a total of three prestigious awards.
