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Mario Puzo Biography
Birth Name:Mario Gianluigi Puzo
Birth Place:New York City, New York, United States
Profession Writer
Fast Facts
- Received a Hugo Award in 1979 for his work on "Superman․"
- Was heavily influenced by his favorite writer Fyodor Dostoyevsky
- Many of his writings are based on Italian Americans living in New York
- Is widely recognized for his work on "The Godfather․"
- Wrote adventure stories for True Action magazine during the 1950s
- Joined the U․S․ Army during World War II, but was unable to serve in combat due to his poor eyesight
Awards
- 1973Oscar-Best Writing, Screenplay Based on Material from Another Medium: winner
- 1973Golden Globe-Best Screenplay - Motion Picture: winner
- 1973NSFC Award-Best Screenplay: nominated
- 1973WGA Award (Screen)-Best Drama Adapted from Another Medium: winner
- 1975Oscar-Best Writing, Screenplay Adapted From Other Material: winner
- 1975Golden Globe-Best Screenplay - Motion Picture: nominated
- 1975WGA Award (Screen)-Best Drama Adapted from Another Medium: winner
- 1979Hugo-Best Dramatic Presentation: winner
- 1979WGA Award (Screen)-Best Comedy Adapted from Another Medium: nominated
- 1991Golden Globe-Best Screenplay - Motion Picture: nominated
- 1993Razzie Award-Worst Screenplay: nominated