Edward Zwick
Edward M. Zwick (born October 8, 1952) is an American filmmaker and producer of film and television. He has worked primarily in the comedy drama and epic historical film genres, including About Last Night, Glory, Legends of the Fall, and The Last Samurai. He is also the co-creator of the television series thirtysomething and Once and Again.
Edward Zwick | |
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 Zwick in 2016 | |
| Born | Edward M. Zwick October 8, 1952 |
| Alma mater | Harvard University, A.B. 1974 AFI Conservatory, MFA 1975 |
| Occupation | Director, producer, screenwriter |
| Years active | 1983–present |
Notable work | About Last Night, Glory, Leaving Normal, Legends of the Fall, Courage Under Fire, The Siege, The Last Samurai, Blood Diamond, Defiance, Love & Other Drugs |
| Spouse(s) | Lynn Liberty Godshall
(m. 1982) |
Zwick's body of work has earned numerous accolades, including an Academy Award and BAFTA Award for Best Picture as a producer, and Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Drama Series, Outstanding Writing in a Limited Series, and Outstanding Dramatic Special. He has additionally been nominated for multiple Golden Globe Awards.