About S. H. Barnett
Lived 1908 – 1988 (aged 79). S. H. Barnett was an American screenwriter.
Sanford Howard Barnett (September 19, 1908 – April 14, 1988) was an American screenwriter. He won an Academy Award in the category Best Original Screenplay for the film Father Goose.
Early career
Barnett adapted many films and plays for the Lux Radio Theatre, where he first served as director then took over as head writer. He later wrote speeches and press releases for the Los Angeles Police Department, becoming the department's oldest non-sworn employee.
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Who was S. H. Barnett?
American screenwriter (1908-1988)
When was S. H. Barnett born?
S. H. Barnett was born on 19 September 1908 in New Jersey.
When did S. H. Barnett die?
S. H. Barnett died on 14 April 1988 in Oxnard.
What was S. H. Barnett's occupation?
S. H. Barnett was a screenwriter.
What nationality was S. H. Barnett?
S. H. Barnett was American.
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