Michael Blankfort

Michael Blankfort was a versatile American writer who made significant contributions to the film industry as a screenwriter. Born in New York City in 1907, he went on to pursue a career in writing, exploring various forms of expression including screenwriting, playwriting, and authoring books. His work in the film industry spanned several decades, during which he was involved in the creation of notable screenplays.

One of Blankfort's most notable contributions was his work on the screenplay of Broken Arrow, released in 1950. Interestingly, he served as a front for the blacklisted writer Albert Maltz, who was the actual creator of the Academy Award-nominated screenplay. Blankfort's life came full circle when he passed away in Los Angeles in 1982, marking the end of a long and eventful career in the world of writing and film.