Howard Sackler
Writing
- Born
- December 19, 1929 · New York City, New York, USA
- Died
- October 12, 1982 (age 52)
Howard Oliver Sackler (December 19, 1929 – October 12, 1982) was an American screenwriter and playwright who is best known for having written The Great White Hope and its film adaptation. The Great White Hope enjoyed both a successful run on Broadway and, as a film adaptation, in movie theaters. James Earl Jones and Jane Alexander both starred in the original Arena Stage production of the play in Washington, D.C., then brought their roles to Broadway and later to the film version. Both Jones and Alexander received Academy Award nominations for their work in the movie.
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Known for
Behind the camera7
- 2018Down River Writer
- 1979Saint Jack Screenplay
- 1978Jaws 2 Screenplay
- 1978Gray Lady Down Screenplay
- 1970The Great White Hope Screenplay, Theatre Play
- 1955Killer's Kiss Screenplay
- 1953Fear and Desire Writer