Lawrence Kasdan
- Biography
- The archetypal Hollywood baby boomer, American director Lawrence Kasdan planned to be an English teacher upon his graduation from the University of Michigan.
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- Born
- January 14, 1949
Awards
Academy Awards
| Year | Result | Award | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Nominated | Oscar | Best Original Screenplay Grand Canyon (1991) |
| 1989 | Nominated | Oscar | Best Picture The Accidental Tourist (1988) |
| 1989 | Nominated | Oscar | Best Adapted Screenplay The Accidental Tourist (1988) |
| 1984 | Nominated | Oscar | Best Original Screenplay The Big Chill |
Directors Guild of America
| Year | Result | Award | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | Nominated | Directors Guild of America | Best Director The Big Chill |
Films
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