Writer

Aaron Sorkin

1961

Active years (films on this site)

2007–2010

Genres

BiographyDramaComedy

Schools and movements

American Independent CinemaNew Hollywood

Directors worked with

Mike Nichols1 filmDavid Fincher1 film

Biography

Aaron Benjamin Sorkin is an American screenwriter, playwright, and filmmaker. As a writer for stage, television, and film, he is recognized for his fast-paced dialogue and extended monologues, complemented by frequent use of the storytelling technique called the "walk and talk". Sorkin has earned numerous accolades including an Academy Award, a BAFTA Award, five Primetime Emmy Awards, three Golden Globes, and two WGA Awards, in addition to a Laurence Olivier Award nomination.

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Awards and honours

International

• Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series 2000
• Golden Globe Award for Best Screenplay 2010
• Academy Award for Best Writing, Adapted Screenplay 2011
• New York Film Critics Circle Award for Best Screenplay 2011

National / local

• Satellite Award for Best Adapted Screenplay 2010
• National Humanities Medal 2023
• Writers Guild of America Award

2 films on this site

1. Charlie Wilson's War 2007 · Mike Nichols · IMDb 7.0 · Writer
2. The Social Network 2010 · David Fincher · IMDb 7.8 · Writer