Michael Crichton

Master of science fiction and suspense, Michael Crichton was born in 1942 in Chicago, Illinois, United States and was active in the filmmaking industry from 1972 until his death in 2008. Predominantly dabbling in science fiction and thriller genres, Crichton is celebrated for directing and writing movies like 'Westworld' and 'Coma', and his work on the television series 'ER' earned him an Emmy Award. His authorial style is marked by a meticulous blend of scientific information and speculative fiction, often creating a chilling sense of reality in his works. Michael Crichton, with his innate ability to weave compelling narratives out of complex scientific concepts, left an indelible mark on the world of cinema and literature alike.