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Jim Kouf Biography
Birth Name:James Kouf
Birth Place:Hollywood, California, United States
Profession Writer, Producer, Director, Script department, Actor
Fast Facts
- In 1988, he received the Edgar Award for Best Motion Picture Screenplay
- Graduated from California Polytechnic State University in 1974
- Frequently collaborates with producer Lynn Bigelow on various features
- Is primarily known for producing action and adventure films
- Helped co-found the filmmaking company Kouf/Bigelow Productions
- Has served as an instructor for the Entertainment Management program at the University of Montana
- Was drawn to screenwriting despite not liking the subject in high school
Awards
- 2016Hugo-Best Dramatic Presentation - Short Form: nominated