Date of Birth: October 4, 1970
Zodiac Sign: Libra
Biography
Geoffrey S. Fletcher is an acclaimed American screenwriter and director, best known for his work on the film “Precious: Based on the Novel ‘Push’ by Sapphire.” His adaptation of the novel earned him an Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay, making him the first African American to win an Oscar in this category. Fletcher was born and raised in New London, Connecticut, and he developed a passion for storytelling from a young age. He attended the prestigious Choate Rosemary Hall and later graduated from Harvard University with a degree in Visual and Environmental Studies. Fletcher also earned an MFA in Screenwriting and Directing from New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts.
5 Interesting Facts about Geoffrey S. Fletcher
1. Geoffrey S. Fletcher became the first African American to win an Oscar for Best Adapted Screenplay for the film “Precious.”
2. He has taught at both New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts and Columbia University’s School of the Arts.
3. Fletcher was handpicked by director Lee Daniels to adapt Sapphire’s novel “Push” into the screenplay “Precious.”
4. He is also a director, having directed the 2014 film “Violet & Daisy.”
5. Fletcher’s family has a strong educational background; his father was a physician and his mother was a graduate of New York University.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Geoffrey S. Fletcher
1. “Creativity is not a talent; it is a way of operating.”
2. “The magic of filmmaking is in the storytelling, the ability to transport audiences to a different time and place.”
3. “Winning an Oscar was a dream come true, but it also came with the responsibility to pave the way for future generations.”
4. “Education was always a cornerstone in my family, and it’s something I cherish deeply.”
5. “The power of cinema lies in its ability to evoke empathy and understanding among diverse audiences.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Geoffrey S. Fletcher’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $5 million.
Children
There is no publicly available information about Geoffrey S. Fletcher having any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Geoffrey S. Fletcher on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0281951/
2. [Geoffrey S. Fletcher’s Oscar Win](https://www.oscars.org/oscars/ceremonies/2010
