Andrew J. Cohen
| Andrew J. Cohen | |
|---|---|
| Born |
Andrew Jay Cohen Scarsdale, New York |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Screenwriter, film director |
| Years active | 2002-present |
| Spouse(s) | Crystal Li |
Andrew J. Cohen is an American screenwriter and film director, best known for writing the 2014 film Neighbors along with Brendan O'Brien. He has also directed his feature debut film The House schedule to be released on June 30, 2017.
Early life
Cohen and his screenwriter friend Brendan O'Brien were both born and grew up in Scarsdale, New York, and both went to Scarsdale Middle School, where they became friends in the sixth grade.[1] Cohen graduated in film studies from the Yale University.[1]
Career
In 2014, Cohen co-wrote the script for the comedy film Neighbors along with O'Brien, starring Zac Efron and Seth Rogen.[2] The film was directed by Nicholas Stoller and released on May 9, 2014.[3]
Cohen and O'Brien also co-wrote the scripts for two 2016 films, Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising and Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates.[2]
Cohen has also make his directing debut with the comedy film The House, which he also co-wrote with O'Brien, and is schedule for an 2017 release.[2][4]
Personal life
Cohen is married to Crystal Li.[1]
Filmography
- Neighbors (2014, writer)
- Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising (2016, writer)
- Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates (2016, writer)
- The House (2017, director, writer)
References
- 1 2 3 Banerjee, Debra (June 6, 2014). "'Neighbors' hits close to home for screenwriters". scarsdalenews.com. Retrieved March 11, 2016.
- 1 2 3 Sneider, Jeff (September 28, 2015). "'Neighbors' Writers Andrew J. Cohen, Brendan O'Brien Talk Sequel, Will Ferrell's 'The House,' Why Zac Efron Is Like Cary Grant". TheWrap. Retrieved March 11, 2016.
- ↑ "Neighbors (2014)". Box Office Mojo. Retrieved March 11, 2016.
- ↑ Fleming Jr, Mike (February 25, 2015). "New Line Wins Auction For 'The House'; Will Ferrell To Star In Script By 'Neighbors' Duo". deadline.com. Retrieved March 11, 2016.