Jake Schreier

Jake Schreier, a distinctive voice in contemporary American cinema, was born in 1981 in Berkeley, California, USA. Active since 2008, he is known for his works in the drama and science fiction genres, most notably "Robot & Frank" and "Paper Towns", with the former earning him the Alfred P. Sloan Feature Film Prize at the 2012 Sundance Film Festival. Schreier's authorial style is marked by his ability to weave together elements of humor and pathos, often exploring themes of technology, aging and memory. Adept at wringing emotion from the most unexpected of places, Jake Schreier has a knack for making films that are as thought-provoking as they are entertaining.