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David Mamet is an American screenwriter, film director, playwright, film producer, and writer. Born in Chicago on November 30, 1947, David holds American citizenship and has a broad range of occupations such as theatre director, television producer, actor, novelist, poet, and author.
Mamet's notable works include "Glengarry Glen Ross" and "Sexual Perversity in Chicago." Born David Alan Mamet, he directed movies like "Homicide" and "The Spanish Prisoner." He is also a member of the board of directors for "State and Main."
David Mamet is the father of actors Zosia Mamet and Clara Mamet. He was educated at Goddard College, Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theatre, and Francis W. Parker School in Chicago.