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Paul Schrader

American screenwriter and director

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Paul Schrader, born July 22, 1946, is an American screenwriter and director known for his work on films such as Taxi Driver (1976), Raging Bull (1980), and The Last Temptation of Christ (1988). He also wrote and directed First Reformed (2017). Schrader's writing often explores themes of alienation, morality, and psychological turmoil. His collaboration with director Martin Scorsese on Taxi Driver is particularly notable, with Schrader's screenplay praised for its dark and complex portrayal of a disturbed veteran. Schrader's career spans decades, establishing him as a significant voice in American cinema.123

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