Ernest Tidyman | |
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| Born | Ernest Ralph Tidyman January 1, 1928 Cleveland, Ohio, U.S. |
| Died | July 14, 1984 (aged 56) London, England |
| Occupation | Author, screenwriter |
| Notable works | Shaft The French Connection |
| Spouse | Chris Clark |
| Children | 2 |
Ernest Ralph Tidyman (January 1, 1928 – July 14, 1984) was an American author and screenwriter, best known for his novels featuring the African-American detective John Shaft. His screenplay for The French Connection garnered him an Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay, as well as a Golden Globe Award, a Writers Guild of America Award, and an Edgar Award.[1] In 1971, he also co-wrote the screenplay for the film version of Shaft with John D. F. Black.[2]
- ^ "Ernest R. Tidyman, Screen Writer, Dies at 56". The New York Times. July 16, 1984. Retrieved June 12, 2011.
- ^ "70S Rewing: John Guillermin's Shaft in Africa". Twitch Film. Archived from the original on June 14, 2011. Retrieved June 12, 2011.