Steve Shagan

1927–2015 (age 88)

Author and screenwriter

Biography

Steve Shagan translated his deep understanding of storytelling into novels and screenplays, weaving complex characters such as the protagonist of Save the Tiger with authentic emotion and moral nuance.

Even after his films and books reached wide audiences, he remained committed to the craft of writing, encouraging aspiring storytellers and savoring the power of a well-told tale.

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