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John Paxton

John Paxton (May 21, 1911 – January 5, 1985) was an American screenwriter.

Some of his films include ''Murder, My Sweet'' in 1944, ''Cornered'' in 1945, ''Crossfire'' in 1947 (an adaptation of the controversial novel ''The Brick Foxhole'' that earned him his only Oscar nomination). He helped adapt the screenplay for the controversial film ''The Wild One'' in 1953, starring Marlon Brando.

Paxton's work twice received the Mystery Writers of America's Edgar Award for Best Motion Picture Screenplay, for ''Murder, My Sweet'' and ''Crossfire''. Provided by Wikipedia
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    The statesman's year-book /

    The statesman's year-book /

    Published 1864
    Other Authors: “…Paxton, John…”
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    The structure and development of the Common Market. By A.E. Walsh and John Paxton.

    The structure and development of the Common Market. By A.E. Walsh and John Paxton. by Walsh, A E

    Published 1968
    Other Authors: “…Paxton, John, joint author…”
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