How good is Steven Zaillian?

Steven Zaillian has a Lunoo score of 9.0/10. This score is based on AI-powered analysis of category fit, feature coverage, pricing signals, public reception, and recency.

Where does Steven Zaillian rank on Lunoo?

Steven Zaillian is ranked #31 in Lunoo's Best Screenwriter rankings with a score of 8.3/10.

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Steven Zaillian

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Screenwriter Modern Drama Adaptation Oscar Winner

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Steven Zaillian is a prominent modern screenwriter known primarily for his adaptations of literary works into dramatic films. His work has garnered significant acclaim, most notably winning the Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay for Schindler’s List. He frequently collaborates with acclaimed directors and adapts novels for audiences interested in sophisticated storytelling and historical narratives.

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Steven Zaillian ranks #30 of 149 in the Screenwriter ranking, behind Ernest Lehman, ahead of Robert Bolt.

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What did Steven Zaillian win the Oscar for?

Steven Zaillian won the Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay for 'Schindler's List' (1993), his adaptation of Thomas Keneally's Booker Prize-winning novel. The film, directed by Steven Spielberg, won seven Oscars in total and is widely regarded as one of the most important films of the 20th century.

What other films has Steven Zaillian written?

Zaillian's notable screenwriting credits include 'Awakenings' (1990), 'Gangs of New York' (2002), 'Moneyball' (2011), 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' (2011), and 'The Irishman' (2019). He is known for adapting complex literary and nonfiction source material into acclaimed dramatic films.

Did Steven Zaillian create the HBO series 'The Night Of'?

Yes, Zaillian co-created the HBO limited series 'The Night Of' (2016) with novelist Richard Price. The critically acclaimed crime drama starred Riz Ahmed and was based on the British series 'Criminal Justice.'

Did Steven Zaillian write 'American Gangster'?

Yes, Zaillian wrote the screenplay for 'American Gangster' (2007), directed by Ridley Scott and starring Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe. The film was based on the true story of Harlem drug kingpin Frank Lucas and was a box office success.