Kenneth Lonergan, born on October 16, 1962, has established himself as an acclaimed American film director, playwright, and screenwriter. Known for his works exploring complex emotional and interpersonal dynamics, his accolades include an Academy Award and a BAFTA Award, along with nominations for three Golden Globe Awards, a Pulitzer Prize, a Laurence Olivier Award, and three Tony Awards. Lonergan began his career with his one act play The Rennings Children in 1982, which was followed up by a series of successful Off-Broadway plays, earning him acclaim and several Tony nominations. He achieved significant recognition for his work on the drama film Manchester by the Sea in 2016, which earned him the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay and a Best Director nomination. His other notable works include You Can Count on Me (2000), Gangs of New York (2002) and the 2017 mini-series adaptation of E.M. Forster's novel Howards End.