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Writer
Gender
Female
Birthday
23 October
Location
California, United States
Edit pageRobin Swicord
Biography
Robin Swicord is an American screenwriter, producer, and director known for her literary adaptations and character-driven storytelling. She was born on October 23, 1952, in Columbia, South Carolina, and developed an early interest in literature and film. Swicord studied English and theater, a background that strongly influenced her career as a writer with a deep sensitivity to language and character.
Swicord built a distinguished career adapting acclaimed novels into successful films. She is best known for her work on Little Women (1994), which earned her an Academy Award nomination, as well as The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (2008), Memoirs of a Geisha (2005), and Matilda the Musical. Her screenplays are noted for their emotional intelligence, strong character arcs, and respect for the source material.
In addition to screenwriting, Robin Swicord has worked as a producer and made her directorial debut with The Jane Austen Book Club (2007), further demonstrating her ability to translate literary themes to the screen. Throughout her career, she has been admired for her thoughtful approach to adaptation and her advocacy for meaningful, character-focused cinema, solidifying her reputation as a respected voice in contemporary filmmaking.
