
Hanif Kureishi
Writing
Born: December 5, 1954
London, England, UK
Biography
Hanif Kureishi CBE (born December 5, 1954) is an English playwright, screenwriter and filmmaker, novelist and short story writer. The themes of his work have touched on topics of race, nationalism, immigration, and sexuality. In 2008, The Times named Kureishi in their list of "The 50 greatest British writers since 1945".
Known For

David Bowie Is Happening Now
August 13, 2013

Reel Britannia
June 09, 2022

Peter Sellers: A State of Comic Ecstasy
May 09, 2020

Heavy Rain
February 23, 2010

Andrew and Jeremy Get Married
May 06, 2005

In My Own Words: Hanif Kureishi
June 15, 2024

Hanif Kureishi Interview
July 21, 2015

Black and White in Colour
June 27, 1992

In My Own Words
September 02, 2024