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Writer
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Redhills, Co. Cavan, Ireland
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English
Education
Bristol Old Vic Theatre School
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♈ Aries
Chinese Zodiac
蛇 Snake
Name Origin
English < Old French < Ancient Greek < Biblical Hebrew (יוֹחָנָן)
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Shane Connaughton is known for writing.
Born in Redhills, Co. Cavan, Ireland (age 84).
Shane Connaughton has 6 credits in our database.
Studied at Array.
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Filmography (6)
Biography
Shane Connaughton is an Irish writer and actor, probably best known as co-writer of the Academy Award-nominated screenplay for My Left Foot. He also co-wrote the screenplays for the Academy Award-winning 1980 short film The Dollar Bottom and 1992 film The Playboys, as well as other screenplays and plays. He won the Hennessy Award in 1985.
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How old is Shane Connaughton?
Shane Connaughton is 84 years old, born on .
Where was Shane Connaughton born?
Shane Connaughton was born in Redhills, Co. Cavan, Ireland.
What movies or shows has Shane Connaughton been in?
Shane Connaughton has 6 credits in our database. Notable titles include Tara Road (2005), The Blackwater Lightship (2004), The Run of the Country (1995), The Miracle (1991), My Left Foot: The Story of Christy Brown (1989).
What is Shane Connaughton known for?
Shane Connaughton is primarily known as a writer. Shane Connaughton is an Irish writer and actor, probably best known as co-writer of the Academy Award-nominated screenplay for My Left Foot. He also co-wrote…
Where can I find more information about Shane Connaughton?
You can find more about Shane Connaughton on IMDB, TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
