Horton Foote
- Biography
- Often citied as one of America's most beloved dramatists, Horton Foote has shown an unmatched ability to capture the very essence of small-town life, a talent that has become the life-blood of his career since its earliest days.
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- Born
- March 14, 1916
- Died
- March 04, 2009
Awards
Academy Awards
| Year | Result | Award | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Won | Oscar | Outstanding Writing in a Miniseries or a Special Old Man (1997) |
| 1986 | Nominated | Oscar | Best Adapted Screenplay The Trip to Bountiful |
| 1984 | Won | Oscar | Best Original Screenplay Tender Mercies |
| 1963 | Won | Oscar | Best Adapted Screenplay To Kill A Mockingbird |
Independent Spirit Awards
| Year | Result | Award | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Won | Independent Spirit Awards | Best Screenplay The Trip to Bountiful |
Films
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