Wendell Wellman

Wendell Wellman

80 · Born: Dec 20, 1944

Personal Details

BornDec 20, 1944 Waterloo, Iowa, USA

Biography

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Born in the heart of the Midwest, Mr. Wellman embarked on a creative journey that initially took the form of music, with his early endeavors laying the groundwork for the artistic pursuits that would soon captivate his imagination.

Notable performer Mr. Wellman's career took a significant turn when he landed the pivotal role of Lee Marvin's son in the Paramount Pictures film production of The Klansman, a project that boasted an impressive cast featuring legendary actors Lee Marvin and Richard Burton. Following this breakthrough, Mr. Wellman continued to hone his craft by working in various mediums, including episodic television, the theatre, and motion pictures. His impressive body of work features a range of prominent roles in films such as Sudden Impact, Sommersby, Street of Dreams, and Curfew, showcasing his versatility and talent as a performer.

Notable writer, Mr. Wellman, embarked on a collaborative endeavor with his UCLA acquaintance, Alex Lasker, to transcribe the novel Firefox for the silver screen, a project helmed by the renowned director, Clint Eastwood.

Throughout his career, Wellman had the privilege of working closely with Eastwood on not one, not two, but three esteemed projects. His contributions to the duo's creative partnership included co-authoring the screenplay for Firefox, refining script revisions during the production of Sudden Impact, and bringing the character of Tyrone to life on the big screen.

Despite his uncredited efforts, Eastwood's appreciation for Wellman's talent knew no bounds. As a token of his gratitude, Eastwood rewarded Wellman with a lucrative two-picture writing deal from the esteemed Warner Bros. studios.

Following the completion of his notable project, Mr. Wellman's creative endeavors continued to unfold as he embarked on an ambitious undertaking, namely adapting the novel Fair Game into a cinematic production, with the esteemed Sylvester Stallone slated to take on the leading role in Cobra. Nevertheless, a contentious Writers Guild of America arbitration ultimately resulted in the revocation of his screen credit, with the outcome hanging precariously in the balance by a mere single percentage point.

In parallel, Mr. Wellman's professional trajectory remained vibrant and multifaceted, as he concurrently engaged in paid writing assignments for various esteemed film studios, including Paramount Pictures, Universal Studios, 20th Century Fox, and Embassy Pictures.

Noted screenwriter and industry expert, Mr. Wellman, has consistently demonstrated his dedication to the craft by sharing his knowledge and insights with aspiring writers and professionals alike.

Through his extensive career, he has showcased his mastery of the art by delivering engaging lectures and teaching screenwriting courses at prestigious institutions such as the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA),the esteemed Santa Fe Screenwriting Festival, and the exclusive "Artists and Residents" program in Lewisburg, West Virginia.

In addition to his academic and festival appearances, Mr. Wellman has also shared his expertise with industry professionals through his participation in the StoryBoard at Fox Studios, a renowned platform for creatives to share their work and learn from one another.

His passion for screenwriting and commitment to mentorship have made him a sought-after figure in the industry, and his contributions to the world of storytelling continue to inspire and educate a new generation of writers and filmmakers.

Career

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1993
Sommersby
Sommersby as Travis
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1989
Curfew
Curfew as Ray Perkins
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1988
Street of Dreams
Street of Dreams as Carl Bomberg
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1983
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1974
The Klansman
The Klansman as Alan Bascomb
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1982
Firefox
Firefox as Screenplay