Benton, Robert
Overview
| Works: | 151 works in 940 publications in 11 languages and 16,754 library holdings |
|---|---|
| Genres: | Drama Film adaptations Gangster films Historical films Biographical films Comedy films Superhero films Thrillers (Motion pictures) Action and adventure films Fantasy films |
| Roles: | Director, Author of screenplay, Author, Adapter, Librettist, Scenarist, Editor, Restager , Film editor, Conceptor, Performer, fmd, Author of afterword, colophon, etc., Writer of accompanying material, Contributor, Author of dialog |
| Classifications: | PN1997, 791.4372 |
Publication Timeline
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Most widely held works about
Robert Benton
- Benton's Ferry : the life and times of Robert Benton by Lionel Kabel( Book )
- Robert Benton receives Oscar by Paul Chinn( Visual )
- The directors( Visual )
- Best Picture winner in 1980 by Anne Knudsen( Visual )
Most widely held works by
Robert Benton
Bonnie and Clyde by
Arthur Penn(
Visual
)
118 editions published between 1967 and 2016 in 8 languages and held by 3,799 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A mixture of comedy and brutal violence, this film is based on the exploits of the notorious American outlaws of the 1930's, Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow
118 editions published between 1967 and 2016 in 8 languages and held by 3,799 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A mixture of comedy and brutal violence, this film is based on the exploits of the notorious American outlaws of the 1930's, Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow
Kramer vs. Kramer by
Robert Benton(
Visual
)
121 editions published between 1979 and 2014 in 9 languages and held by 2,477 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
When his wife walks out, Ted Kramer and his six-year-old son have a chance to really get to know each other. Then Ted's wife returns and she wants her son back
121 editions published between 1979 and 2014 in 9 languages and held by 2,477 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
When his wife walks out, Ted Kramer and his six-year-old son have a chance to really get to know each other. Then Ted's wife returns and she wants her son back
Places in the heart by Ban dun(
Visual
)
30 editions published between 1984 and 2015 in 5 languages and held by 1,195 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Field stars as a struggling widow in 1930's depression Texas. Her perservance in raising her two childen sets an example for all around her
30 editions published between 1984 and 2015 in 5 languages and held by 1,195 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Field stars as a struggling widow in 1930's depression Texas. Her perservance in raising her two childen sets an example for all around her
Nobody's fool by
Paul Newman(
Visual
)
35 editions published between 1994 and 2017 in 5 languages and held by 1,139 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
In this affectionate story of small town life in upstate New York, Sully, a fitfully employed 60-year-old construction worker, is a cheerful curmudgeon who seems to have missed all his chances and made nothing of his life. However, it becomes apparent that Sully, despite his best efforts to be a n'er-do-well, is an important and beloved member of his family and his community. He is, as he says, somebody's father, somebody's grandfather, somebody's friend
35 editions published between 1994 and 2017 in 5 languages and held by 1,139 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
In this affectionate story of small town life in upstate New York, Sully, a fitfully employed 60-year-old construction worker, is a cheerful curmudgeon who seems to have missed all his chances and made nothing of his life. However, it becomes apparent that Sully, despite his best efforts to be a n'er-do-well, is an important and beloved member of his family and his community. He is, as he says, somebody's father, somebody's grandfather, somebody's friend
The human stain by
Robert Benton(
Visual
)
50 editions published between 2003 and 2013 in 3 languages and held by 1,133 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Coleman Silk is a respected professor at a New England college who suddenly finds his life unraveling after a comment he makes about some African-American students is misinterpreted as a racial slur. As the scandal heats up, Nathan Zuckerman, a writer researching a biography of Silk, begins to dig deeply into Silk's life. Eventually, matters are made worse when Coleman's affair with a young married janitor named Faunia Farley is exposed. But amid the controversy, Silk must struggle to keep his greatest secret, a secret he's held for the majority of his life, from becoming made public
50 editions published between 2003 and 2013 in 3 languages and held by 1,133 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Coleman Silk is a respected professor at a New England college who suddenly finds his life unraveling after a comment he makes about some African-American students is misinterpreted as a racial slur. As the scandal heats up, Nathan Zuckerman, a writer researching a biography of Silk, begins to dig deeply into Silk's life. Eventually, matters are made worse when Coleman's affair with a young married janitor named Faunia Farley is exposed. But amid the controversy, Silk must struggle to keep his greatest secret, a secret he's held for the majority of his life, from becoming made public
What's up, doc? by
Peter Bogdanovich(
Visual
)
18 editions published between 1972 and 2013 in 3 languages and held by 1,081 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Four red plaid traveling cases-- one of each belonging to a befuddled Iowa musicologist, a strange but bright young woman, a rich matron and a suspicious fellow-- are mixed up at a San Francisco hotel, with hilarious results
18 editions published between 1972 and 2013 in 3 languages and held by 1,081 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Four red plaid traveling cases-- one of each belonging to a befuddled Iowa musicologist, a strange but bright young woman, a rich matron and a suspicious fellow-- are mixed up at a San Francisco hotel, with hilarious results
Feast of love by
Robert Benton(
Visual
)
30 editions published between 2007 and 2011 in 6 languages and held by 809 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Bradley is the owner of a coffee shop in Oregon. He thinks his marriage is idyllic, that is until his wife, Kathryn, leaves him for another woman. One of Bradley's baristas falls head over heels for a girl who comes looking for a job, but his abusive father spells trouble for the relationship. Finally, a professor and his wife struggle to find purpose in life in the aftermath of a personal tragedy
30 editions published between 2007 and 2011 in 6 languages and held by 809 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Bradley is the owner of a coffee shop in Oregon. He thinks his marriage is idyllic, that is until his wife, Kathryn, leaves him for another woman. One of Bradley's baristas falls head over heels for a girl who comes looking for a job, but his abusive father spells trouble for the relationship. Finally, a professor and his wife struggle to find purpose in life in the aftermath of a personal tragedy
The ice harvest by
Harold Ramis(
Visual
)
15 editions published between 2005 and 2008 in English and French and held by 697 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Det er julaften i regntunge, isbelagte Wichita, Kansas, og i år har Charlie Arglist for en gangs skyld kanskje noe å feire. Charlie, som er advokat for en del tvilsomme eksistenser i Wichita, og hans udelikate partner, Vic Cavanaugh, har nettopp underslått i overkant av to millioner dollar fra gangsterbossen Bill Guerrard. Filmen fikk terningkast 2-5
15 editions published between 2005 and 2008 in English and French and held by 697 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Det er julaften i regntunge, isbelagte Wichita, Kansas, og i år har Charlie Arglist for en gangs skyld kanskje noe å feire. Charlie, som er advokat for en del tvilsomme eksistenser i Wichita, og hans udelikate partner, Vic Cavanaugh, har nettopp underslått i overkant av to millioner dollar fra gangsterbossen Bill Guerrard. Filmen fikk terningkast 2-5
Twilight by
Mohammad Rosoulof(
Visual
)
24 editions published between 1998 and 2012 in 5 languages and held by 602 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Film. Harry Ross, een opgebrande privé-detective, belandt in een moordzaak die verband houdt met een oude onopgeloste moordzaak in Hollywood
24 editions published between 1998 and 2012 in 5 languages and held by 602 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Film. Harry Ross, een opgebrande privé-detective, belandt in een moordzaak die verband houdt met een oude onopgeloste moordzaak in Hollywood
Billy Bathgate by
Robert Benton(
Visual
)
43 editions published between 1991 and 2012 in 8 languages and held by 434 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Based loosely on the organized crime syndicates of the 20's and 30's, Billy Bathgate is the story of a young man's rise from gopher to right hand man in Dutch Schultz' gang. Having been impressed by the youth, Schultz takes him under his wing so to speak. Billy soon finds himself in a world where wealth and fortune live next door to danger and death."--IMDB.com
43 editions published between 1991 and 2012 in 8 languages and held by 434 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Based loosely on the organized crime syndicates of the 20's and 30's, Billy Bathgate is the story of a young man's rise from gopher to right hand man in Dutch Schultz' gang. Having been impressed by the youth, Schultz takes him under his wing so to speak. Billy soon finds himself in a world where wealth and fortune live next door to danger and death."--IMDB.com
Superman by
Richard Donner(
Visual
)
25 editions published between 1985 and 2017 in 3 languages and held by 400 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A child from a dying planet is sent to Earth, where he is brought up by human parents and poses as a newspaper reporter, becoming Superman when necessary to use his special powers to save others
25 editions published between 1985 and 2017 in 3 languages and held by 400 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A child from a dying planet is sent to Earth, where he is brought up by human parents and poses as a newspaper reporter, becoming Superman when necessary to use his special powers to save others
The late show by
Leon M Lederman(
Visual
)
12 editions published between 1976 and 2016 in English and Undetermined and held by 301 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Aging private eye Ira Wells has agreed to help a Hollywood kook named Margo locate her missing cat
12 editions published between 1976 and 2016 in English and Undetermined and held by 301 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Aging private eye Ira Wells has agreed to help a Hollywood kook named Margo locate her missing cat
Directors : life behind the camera(
Visual
)
1 edition published in 2006 in English and held by 284 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Made in cooperation with the American Film Institute, Directors: Life Behind the Camera features thirty-three legendary directors who reveal in intimate detail and in-depth knowledge about the art of filmmaking and their own career in the movies. Culled from over 300 hours of interviews, this two-disc, four hour presentation is interactive, allowing instant access to a single director, or access to an entire topic involving all directors. Also included are film clips, interviews with guest actors and industry veterans, and biographies and interesting facts about each director"--Back of container
1 edition published in 2006 in English and held by 284 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Made in cooperation with the American Film Institute, Directors: Life Behind the Camera features thirty-three legendary directors who reveal in intimate detail and in-depth knowledge about the art of filmmaking and their own career in the movies. Culled from over 300 hours of interviews, this two-disc, four hour presentation is interactive, allowing instant access to a single director, or access to an entire topic involving all directors. Also included are film clips, interviews with guest actors and industry veterans, and biographies and interesting facts about each director"--Back of container
It's a bird, it's a plane, it's Superman : original Broadway cast by
Charles Strouse(
)
4 editions published in 1992 in English and held by 234 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
4 editions published in 1992 in English and held by 234 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
There was a crooked man-- by
Joseph L Mankiewicz(
Visual
)
8 editions published between 1970 and 2006 in English and French and held by 231 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Arizona Territorial Prison inmate Paris Pittman is a schemer, a charmer and quite popular among his fellow convicts. Especially with $500,000 in stolen loot hidden away and a plan to escape and recover it. New warden Woodward Lopeman has other ideas about Pittman. Each man will have the tables turned on him in a twisting, turning Wild West tale of brawls, chases, shootouts and wry wit
8 editions published between 1970 and 2006 in English and French and held by 231 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Arizona Territorial Prison inmate Paris Pittman is a schemer, a charmer and quite popular among his fellow convicts. Especially with $500,000 in stolen loot hidden away and a plan to escape and recover it. New warden Woodward Lopeman has other ideas about Pittman. Each man will have the tables turned on him in a twisting, turning Wild West tale of brawls, chases, shootouts and wry wit
Bad company by
Joel Schumacher(
Visual
)
11 editions published between 1972 and 2013 in 3 languages and held by 205 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A roguish group of runaways living by their wits in the rough West of the 1860s emerge older and wiser for their journey and friendship
11 editions published between 1972 and 2013 in 3 languages and held by 205 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A roguish group of runaways living by their wits in the rough West of the 1860s emerge older and wiser for their journey and friendship
Nadine by
Robert Benton(
Visual
)
15 editions published between 1987 and 2006 in 4 languages and held by 170 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
When an Austin, Texas woman tries to get back pictures from a sleazy photographer, she and her almost ex-husband find photos of another kind and the financial opportunity of a lifetime
15 editions published between 1987 and 2006 in 4 languages and held by 170 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
When an Austin, Texas woman tries to get back pictures from a sleazy photographer, she and her almost ex-husband find photos of another kind and the financial opportunity of a lifetime
Don't ever wish for a 7-foot bear by
Robert Benton(
Book
)
1 edition published in 1972 in English and held by 162 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A little boy regrets wishing for a seven-foot bear
1 edition published in 1972 in English and held by 162 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A little boy regrets wishing for a seven-foot bear
It's a bird, it's a plane, it's Superman : original Broadway cast by
Charles Strouse(
Recording
)
3 editions published between 1966 and 1992 in English and held by 143 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
After almost forty years in New Jersey, Catherine, Ralph, and their beloved Boston terrier Karma are hitting the road, relocating to a gorgeous, serene island off the coast of Savannah, Georgia. But upon their arrival in the Seven Oaks gated community, it becomes apparent that Catherine and Ralph's visions of retirement couldn't be more different. As the pair drift further apart, Catherine cannot help but sense her marriage is at risk. Then she meets recent widower Fred at the dog park. United by their dogs, they embark upon a friendship that could be something more, until she discovers that he's not quite what he seems. As she sorts out fact from fiction and discovers what sorts of secrets might be hiding behind Seven Oaks' pristine picket fences, she'll have to make a decision affecting her future happiness and her chance at newfound love
3 editions published between 1966 and 1992 in English and held by 143 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
After almost forty years in New Jersey, Catherine, Ralph, and their beloved Boston terrier Karma are hitting the road, relocating to a gorgeous, serene island off the coast of Savannah, Georgia. But upon their arrival in the Seven Oaks gated community, it becomes apparent that Catherine and Ralph's visions of retirement couldn't be more different. As the pair drift further apart, Catherine cannot help but sense her marriage is at risk. Then she meets recent widower Fred at the dog park. United by their dogs, they embark upon a friendship that could be something more, until she discovers that he's not quite what he seems. As she sorts out fact from fiction and discovers what sorts of secrets might be hiding behind Seven Oaks' pristine picket fences, she'll have to make a decision affecting her future happiness and her chance at newfound love
Superman 5 film collection(
Visual
)
2 editions published in 2013 in English and held by 136 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A child from a dying planet is sent to Earth, where he is brought up by human parents and poses as a newspaper reporter, becoming Superman when necessary to use his special powers to save others
2 editions published in 2013 in English and held by 136 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A child from a dying planet is sent to Earth, where he is brought up by human parents and poses as a newspaper reporter, becoming Superman when necessary to use his special powers to save others
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Related Identities
- Newman, David 1937-2003 Author of dialog Scenarist Conceptor Bibliographic antecedent Author of screenplay Author Contributor Librettist
- Hackman, Gene Costume designer Performer Actor
- Penn, Arthur 1922-2010 Restager Film editor Director Author
- Almendros, Nestor Cinematographer Illustrator Photographer
- Dunaway, Faye Costume designer Performer Actor
- Parsons, Estelle Costume designer Performer Actor
- Parker, Bonnie 1910-1934
- Warner Bros. Pictures (1923-1967)
- Hoffman, Dustin 1937- Interviewee Performer Actor
- Beatty, Warren 1937- Costume designer Producer Performer Actor
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African American men Bank robberies Barrow, Clyde, Brigands and robbers California--Los Angeles--Hollywood City and town life Coffee shops College teachers Corman, Avery Criminal investigation Criminals Custody of children Deception Depressions Divorced parents Embezzlement Families Fathers and sons Film adaptations Gangs Gangsters Good and evil Heroes Ice storms Jealousy Kansas--Wichita Legal drama Man-woman relationships Married people Massachusetts Musicologists New York (State) New York (State)--New York Oregon Parker, Bonnie, Passing (Identity) Phillips, Scott, Political correctness Prejudices Private investigators Roth, Philip Russo, Richard, Scandals Schultz, Dutch, Superman--(Fictitious character) Texas--Waxahachie Twins Undercover operations United States Widowers
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Alternative Names
Robert Benton americký filmový scenárista, režisér a producent
Robert Benton Amerikaans filmregisseur
Robert Benton amerykański scenarzysta, reżyser filmowy
Robert Benton cinéaste américain
Robert Benton director de cine estadounidense
Robert Benton regista e sceneggiatore statunitense
Robert Benton US-amerikanischer Regisseur, Drehbuchautor und Filmproduzent
Ρόμπερτ Μπέντον
Роберт Бентон
Робърт Бентън
רוברט בנטון
رابرت بنتون فیلمنامهنویس و کارگردان آمریکایی
روبرت بنتون
რობერტ ბენტონი
로버트 벤턴 미국의 영화 감독, 각본가
벤튼, 로버트 1932-
ロバート・ベントン
罗伯特·本顿
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