Alan J. Pakula

Director | Writer

Date of birth : 04/07/1928

Date of death : 11/19/1998

City of birth : The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA

Alan J. Pakula was an American film director, writer and producer. He was nominated for three Academy Awards: Best Picture for To Kill a Mockingbird (1962), Best Director for All the President's Men (1976) and Best Adapted Screenplay for Sophie's Choice (1982). He also directed Presumed Innocent (1990), The Pelican Brief (1993) and The Devil's Own (1997), his last film. From October 19, 1963, until 1971, Pakula was married to actress Hope Lange. He was married to his second wife, Hannah Pakula from 1973 until his death in 1998. Pakula died on November 19, 1998, in a car accident, he was 70 years old.

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Known For

To Kill a Mockingbird

8.5

All the President's Men

7.8

Sophie's Choice

7.6

Presumed Innocent

7.4

Awards

0 wins & 2 nominations

Oscar 1977

Best Director

Nominated

Golden Globe 1977

Best Director - Motion Picture

Nominated

Discussion

American Presidents on Screen: 'The New York Times' Top 6 Film Choices

In the history of cinema, there are many films about American presidents. Movies like "Air Force One," "Frost/Nixon," and "LBJ" are considered classics. Below are six outstanding films about American presidents recommended by "The New York Times" in 2021. Let's take a look at these movies. “Air Force One” NO.01 Lincoln (2012) by Steven Spielberg The film portrays the story of the 16th President of the United States during the Civil War, striving to unify the nation. In January 1865, with the Nor

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American Presidents on Screen: 'The New York Times' Top 6 Film Choices

Gordon Willis: The "Prince of Shadows" and the Maestro of Taste

What do Francis Ford Coppola's "The Godfather" and Woody Allen's "Manhattan" have in common apart from being iconic classics of the 70s cinema? Another shared element lies in the presence of the same cinematographer, Gordon Willis. Despite Gordon Willis passing away in 2014 and stepping away from cinematography since 1997, his talent and creative prowess remain topics of vigorous discussion within the industry. In celebration of the 100th anniversary of the American Society of Cinematographers (

Cisco Toro: Genius

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Gordon Willis: The "Prince of Shadows" and the Maestro of Taste

"Presumed Innocent": Why the Innocent Are Guilty

If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. — "First Epistle of John" Legal dramas are a staple in the film industry, carving out a unique niche. From the narrative twists in "Witness for the Prosecution" (1957) to the rich entertainment of "The Devil's Advocate" (1997) to the meticulous deliberations in "12 Angry Men" (1957), many deserve high praise. However, only Alan J. Pakula's "Presumed Innocent" (1990) earns a five-star rating from me. Pakula's earlier work

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"Presumed Innocent": Why the Innocent Are Guilty

Filmography

2020

Alan J. Pakula

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Awards

Discussion

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American Presidents on Screen: 'The New York Times' Top 6 Film Choices

Thirteen Days

Drama

Historical film

Thriller

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Gordon Willis: The "Prince of Shadows" and the Maestro of Taste

Manhattan

Comedy

Drama

Romance

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"Presumed Innocent": Why the Innocent Are Guilty

Presumed Innocent

Filmography