Lawrence Kasdan
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Biography: Lawrence Edward "Larry" Kasdan (born January 14, 1949) is an American film producer, director and screenwriter. He is best known as co-writer of the films The Empire Strikes Back, Raiders of the Lost Ark, and Return of the Jedi. Kasdan co-wrote the Star Wars sequel trilogy film Star Wars: The Force Awakens as well as the series' Han Solo spin-off film. He has been nominated for three Oscars: twice for Best Original Screenplay for The Big Chill and Grand Canyon and once for Best Adapted Screenplay for The Accidental Tourist. He is the father of directors Jake Kasdan and Jon Kasdan, and the father-in-law of musician Inara George.
Department: Writing
Place of Birth: Miami, Florida, USA
Birthday: January 14, 1949
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Gender: Male
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John Williams: The Seventh Symphony
Overview: A discussion of Williams' iconic work and new material for The Force Awakens.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: fr
Release Date: 2016-01-02
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Steve McQueen: The Essence of Cool
Overview: Friends, family, co-stars and admirers of actor Steve McQueen talk about his life and his movie career.
Genres: Documentary TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2005-06-01
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Star Wars: The Magic & the Mystery
Overview: Host Howie Long takes viewers on a tour of the "Star Wars" universe, as Fox TV celebrates the re-release of the original three legendary films in this one hour special.
Genres: Documentary TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1997-02-06
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Männer im Trenchcoat, Frauen im Pelz
Overview: Film noir, which enjoyed particular success in the 1930s and 1940s, is probably the most profound genre of classic Hollywood cinema. Eckhart Schmidt tries to show the background and developments and speaks, among others, with directors such as Richard Fleischer and Robert Wise as well as with "femme fatale" actresses. Filmmakers of the following generations explain how the style and themes of noir continue to shape cinema today.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: de
Release Date: 2004-12-19
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All of What Follows Is True: The Making of 'Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid'
Overview: A retrospective on the 1969 classic "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid," its impact on the careers of the filmmakers and cast, and how the film made a distinct impact on the Western genre.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2006-01-01
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A Conversation with the Masters: The Empire Strikes Back 30 Years Later
Overview: George Lucas, Irvin Kershner, Lawrence Kasdan and John Williams look back at The Empire Strikes Back 30 years later.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2011-09-16
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Into the Night
Overview: Ed Okin used to have a boring life. He used to have trouble getting to sleep. Then one night, he met Diana. Now, Ed's having trouble staying alive.
Genres: Thriller Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1985-02-22
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Timeless Heroes: Indiana Jones & Harrison Ford
Overview: An in-depth look at an incredible moment in film history when Steven Spielberg and George Lucas assembled an amazing creative team to collaborate on another cinematic benchmark featuring never-before-seen footage and interviews with Spielberg, Lucas, Harrison Ford, Kathleen Kennedy, Frank Marshall, James Mangold, and many others as well.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2023-12-01
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As Good as It Gets
Overview: Melvin Udall, a cranky, bigoted, obsessive-compulsive writer of romantic fiction, is rude to everyone he meets, including his gay neighbor, Simon. After Simon is brutally attacked and hospitalized, Melvin finds his life turned upside down when he has to look after Simon's dog. In addition, Carol, the only waitress at the local diner who will tolerate him, leaves work to care for her chronically ill son, making it impossible for Melvin to eat breakfast.
Genres: Drama Comedy Romance
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1997-12-19
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Empire of Dreams: The Story of the Star Wars Trilogy
Overview: From the earliest versions of the script to the blockbuster debuts, explore the creation of the Star Wars Trilogy.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2004-09-12
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Kasdan on Kasdan
Overview: Lawrence Kasdan and his son Jonathan discuss life with the franchise, working together on the film Solo: A Star Wars Story, and Lawrence's love for the Han Solo character.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2018-09-25
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The Making of Silverado
Overview: Making of the film Silverado directed by Lawrence Kasdan.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1999-12-31
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Music by John Williams
Overview: His unforgettable scores are an essential part of some of the most beloved movies of our time, over a career that spans decades. See and hear maestro John Williams' own story, with insights from filmmakers, musicians, and others he has inspired, complete with rare behind-the-scenes looks at the making of movie history.
Genres: Documentary Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2024-11-01
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Five Came Back
Overview: The extraordinary story of how Hollywood changed World War II – and how World War II changed Hollywood, through the interwoven experiences of five legendary filmmakers who went to war to serve their country and bring the truth to the American people: John Ford, William Wyler, John Huston, Frank Capra, and George Stevens. Based on Mark Harris’ best-selling book, “Five Came Back: A Story of Hollywood and the Second World War.”
Genres: Documentary War
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2017-03-31
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Guns for Hire: The Making of 'The Magnificent Seven'
Overview: A documentary about 'The Magnificent Seven'.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2000-05-13
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The Big Chill: A Reunion
Overview: A look back at the making of the film "The Big Chill" (1983) with cast and crew.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1999-01-26
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Wyatt Earp
Overview: From Wichita to Dodge City, to the O.K. Corral in Tombstone, Wyatt Earp is taught that nothing matters more than family and the law. Joined by his brothers and Doc Holliday, Earp wages war on the dreaded Clanton and McLaury gangs.
Genres: Western Drama Action Adventure
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1994-06-24
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Indiana Jones: Making the Trilogy
Overview: George Lucas and Steven Spielberg tell the struggles and the passion for making the Indiana Jones Trilogy.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2003-10-21
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