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Arthur Wimperis

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English dramatist and screenwriter (1874-1953)

United KingdomWritersLived 1874 to 1953 · aged 78
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Arthur Harold Wimperis was an English playwright, lyricist and screenwriter, who contributed lyrics and libretti to popular Edwardian musical comedies written for the stage. With the advent of talking films, he switched to screenwriting, finding even greater success in this medium.

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1909 postcard: The Arcadians, with lyrics by Wimperis1909 postcard: The Arcadians, with lyrics by Wimperis1914 sheet music1914 sheet music

Awards 1

1943Academy Award for Best Writing, Adapted Screenplay

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About this person

Country
United Kingdom
Category
Writers
Type
Writer / Author
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1874 to 1953 · aged 78
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6 languages

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