John Kohn

John Kohn (1925 – May 4, 2002) was an American writer and producer who also served as head of production for EMI (1979-1983).[1]

John Kohn
Born1925
Died (aged 76)
NationalityUnited States
OccupationMovie producer and writer
film executive
Spouse(s)Barbara Jaffe
ChildrenPeter Kohn
Susan Kohn Levine
FamilySam Jaffe (father-in-law)
Amanda Pays (former daughter-in-law)

Biography

John Kohn was born to a Jewish family, the son of a New York rabbi.[1] During World War II, he flew 36 missions as a tail gunner in the U.S. Air Force.[1] After his service, he graduated with a B.A. from UCLA.

Personal life

In 1953, he married Barbara Jaffe, the daughter of agent-producer Sam Jaffe; they had two children, director Peter Kohn (who is married and divorced from actress Amanda Pays) and Susan Kohn Levine.[2] He died on March 4, 2002 of cancer at his home in Sherman Oaks, California.[2]

Filmography

Awards

Awards Title Movie Year Result
Academy Awards Best Writing, Screenplay Based on Material from Another Medium The Collector 1966 Nominee
Golden Globes Best Screenplay The Collector 1966 Nominee
Writers Guild of America Awards Best Written American Drama The Collector 1966 Nominee

References


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