Jonathan Kaplan, a renowned American film producer and director, was born on November 25, 1947, in the City of Light, Paris, France. His family was deeply rooted in the entertainment industry, with his father, Sol Kaplan, being a distinguished film composer and his mother, Frances Heflin, an accomplished actress. Kaplan's uncle, Van Heflin, was a celebrated actor, and his sisters, Nora Heflin and Mady Kaplan, are also actresses.
Kaplan's impressive career has spanned multiple decades, with one of his most notable achievements being the direction and production of the critically acclaimed film, The Accused, released in 1988. This cinematic masterpiece earned Jodie Foster her first Academy Award for Best Actress and received a nomination for the Golden Bear at the 39th Berlin International Film Festival.
In addition to his work in film, Kaplan has also made a significant impact in television, earning a total of five Emmy nominations for his direction and production of the popular medical drama, ER. Furthermore, he has also ventured into music video direction, with his work on Rod Stewart's "Infatuation" in 1984 being a notable example.
