Russell Banks
Writing
Russell Banks was an American writer of fiction and poetry. As a novelist, Banks was best known for his detailed accounts of domestic strife and the daily struggles of ordinary often-marginalized characters. His stories usually revolved around his own childhood experiences, and often reflect "moral themes and personal relationships."
Russell Banks films playing now
Playing now1
Russell Banks filmography
Filmography11
Know the day Russell Banks's next film opens
Follow once, we'll tell you when it reaches cinemas.
Common questions
Who was Russell Banks?+
Russell Banks was an acclaimed American author and screenwriter best known for his novels detailing working-class struggles and domestic strife, several of which were adapted into celebrated feature films.
What is Russell Banks known for?+
He is primarily known for writing the source novels for acclaimed cinematic adaptations like The Sweet Hereafter and Affliction, as well as appearing in literary documentary features.
