About Herschel Weingrod
Born 1947. Herschel Weingrod is an American screenwriter, film producer and writer.
Herschel Alan Weingrod (born October 30, 1947) is an American screenwriter. He has written and co-written a number of Hollywood films, including Trading Places, Twins, Kindergarten Cop, and Space Jam with fellow writer Timothy Harris.
Early life and education Born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in 1947 Weingrod teamed up with British American writer Timothy Harris early in his career. Together, they formed Weingrod/Harris Productions. He is also a graduate of the London Film School.
Filmography
As writer Cheaper to Keep Her (1981) Trading Places (1983) Brewster's Millions (1985) Lifted (1988) My Stepmother Is an Alien (1988) Kindergarten Cop (1990) Pure Luck (1991) Lift (1991) Kindergarten Cop 2 (2016) - screenplay
As producer Falling Down (1993)
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Who is Herschel Weingrod?
American screenwriter
When was Herschel Weingrod born?
Herschel Weingrod was born on 30 October 1947 in Milwaukee.
What is Herschel Weingrod's occupation?
Herschel Weingrod is a screenwriter, film producer and writer.
What nationality is Herschel Weingrod?
Herschel Weingrod is American.
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· Wikipedia: Herschel Weingrod
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