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Film director, producer, and screenwriter. Major figure of the New Hollywood era and pioneer of the modern blockbuster. Recipient of multiple awards, including three Academy Awards and the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

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American actor, director, and writer. Directed films such as She's So Lovely (1997), John Q. (2002), The Notebook (2004), Alpha Dog (2006), and My Sister's Keeper (2009). Also known for his acting roles in Husbands (1970), The Wraith (1986), Face/Off (1997), and Blow (2001).

Critic @Trouw @4Columns. THE BABY ON THE FIRE ESCAPE, Norton 2022, on writing/mothering. Biographer of Ursula K. Le Guin & James Tiptree, Jr. http://Votefromabroad.org

Writer of fiction, poetry, and non-fiction for children, teenagers, and adults. Shortlisted for awards and multiple short story wins or commendations in national competitions. Based in Outram, Otago, New Zealand.

Political scientist and Associate Professor of the Practice of International Affairs at Johns Hopkins University's School of Advanced International Studies in Washington, D.C.