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Paul Schrader - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | July 22, 1946 |
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| Age | 79 |
| Birthplace | Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also Paul Schrader's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Writing the screenplay for 'Taxi Driver' and directing 'American Gigolo', 'Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters', and 'First Reformed.' |
Intro
Paul Schrader is an American screenwriter, director, and film critic, renowned for his unique psychological and moral approach to cinema. He is best known for writing the screenplay for 'Taxi Driver' and for directing acclaimed films such as 'American Gigolo' and 'First Reformed.'
Early Life & Background
Paul Schrader was born into a strict Calvinist family in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and did not see a film until he was 17 years old due to his religious upbringing. He attended Calvin College and later the UCLA Film School.
Career Highlights
- Wrote the screenplay for 'Taxi Driver' (1976)
- Co-wrote and directed 'Raging Bull' (1980)
- Wrote and directed 'American Gigolo' (1980)
- Directed 'Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters' (1985)
- Directed 'First Reformed' (2017), receiving an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Screenplay
Trivia
- Brother of film director Leonard Schrader
- Received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2022
- His Calvinist background has had a notable influence on his films' themes
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Paul Schrader?
Paul Schrader is 79 years old.
When was Paul Schrader born?
Paul Schrader was born the 22 July 1946.
Where is Paul Schrader from?
Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About July 22nd, 1946, in brief:
- Historical events: On July 22, 1946, the Jewish paramilitary organization Irgun carried out a bombing in Jerusalem. The attack targeted the King David Hotel, which housed the British administrative headquarters for Palestine. The bombing resulted in numerous casualties and was part of a series of operations by Jewish underground groups against British authorities.
- Day of the week: July 22nd, 1946 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: To Each His Own by Tony Martin
- Popular movie: The Best Years of Our Lives directed by William Wyler
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