Lawrence Kasdan

Lawrence Kasdan is an American film director, screenwriter, and producer. He is best known for his work on films such as "The Empire Strikes Back," "Raiders of the Lost Ark," and "The Big Chill."

Lawrence Kasdan was born on January 14, 1949, in Miami, Florida, United States.

Lawrence Kasdan's most famous film is "The Empire Strikes Back," the second installment of the original "Star Wars" trilogy.

Yes, Lawrence Kasdan has received several awards and nominations throughout his career, including three Academy Award nominations for Best Original Screenplay.

In addition to "The Empire Strikes Back," Lawrence Kasdan has directed films such as "Body Heat," "Silverado," "The Accidental Tourist," "Wyatt Earp," and "Dreamcatcher."

Yes, Lawrence Kasdan has collaborated with many notable actors and actresses throughout his career, including Harrison Ford, Kevin Costner, Glenn Close, Geena Davis, and Will Smith.

Yes, Lawrence Kasdan has also worked on television shows. He co-created the popular series "The Big Chill" and has written for shows like "The Bodyguard" and "The Lovers."

As of the most recent information available, Lawrence Kasdan is still actively involved in the film industry, though his last directorial work was in 2012.

Yes, Lawrence Kasdan co-wrote a novel titled "The Bodyguard" with his wife, Meg Kasdan. It was based on the screenplay for the film of the same name.

Lawrence Kasdan is recognized for his significant contributions to the Star Wars franchise. He co-wrote the screenplays for "The Empire Strikes Back," "Return of the Jedi," and "The Force Awakens."