Charles Stuart Kaufman, a renowned American filmmaker and novelist, was born on November 19, 1958. He has made a significant impact in the film industry with his unique writing style and direction. Kaufman's notable works include the films Being John Malkovich, Adaptation, and Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, all of which he wrote. He also wrote and directed the films Synecdoche, New York, Anomalisa, and I'm Thinking of Ending Things.
In addition to his film work, Kaufman made his literary debut in 2020 with the release of his first novel, Antkind. His literary and cinematic achievements have earned him numerous accolades, including an Academy Award, three BAFTA Awards, two Independent Spirit Awards, and a Writers Guild of America Award.
Film critic Roger Ebert praised Kaufman's work, calling Synecdoche, New York "the best movie of the decade" in 2009. Kaufman's scripts have also been recognized by the Writers Guild of America, with three of his scripts appearing on the list of the 101 greatest movie screenplays ever written.
