Alexander Payne

Alexander Payne is an American film director, screenwriter, and producer, known for the films Citizen Ruth , Election , About Schmidt , Sideways , The Descendants , and Nebraska . His films are noted for their dark humor and satirical depictions of contemporary American society. Payne is a two time winner of the Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay, and a three time nominee of the Academy Award for Best Director.

Payne was born in Omaha, Nebraska, the son of Peggy and George Payne, restaurant owners. Payne is the youngest of three sons and grew up in what is now known as the DundeeHappy Hollow Historic District, the same neighborhood as billionaire Warren Buffett.

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