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Paul Laverty (born April 1, 1957) is a screenwriter and lawyer best known for his screenplays for films directed by Ken Loach.
Paul Laverty is a British-born writer and actor who has collaborated with director Ken Loach on many films. He was born in Calcutta, India, and has a law degree and a philosophy degree.
11 Jul 2023 · We're excited to announce our latest video featuring the brilliant Paul Laverty! Join us for inspiring conversation with this talented screenwriter as he tal...
On November 9th 2023 at Skandia, acclaimed screenwriter Paul Laverty accepted Ken Loach's Stockholm Lifetime Achievement Award in his honour. Watch Laverty's...
13 Apr 2024 · Ken Loach’s longtime screenwriter Paul Laverty talks to Jacobin about their final collaboration on The Old Oak, which follows Syrian refugees and ex-miners in Northeast England, and why the working class remains the last hope for justice in the world.
9 Jan 2017 · Paul Laverty, the social realist screenwriter of Ken Loach, talks about his research and process for the Palme d'Or winner I, Daniel Blake. He reveals how he immersed himself in the world of welfare, interviewed experts and people, and dramatized the bureaucratic nightmare of the film.
29 Sep 2023 · Paul Laverty, Ken Loach's long-time collaborator and screenwriter, discusses their last film, The Old Oak, which explores the social tensions in a historic mining town. He also reflects on their filmmaking partnership, their political views, and the challenges facing progressive politics in the UK.
