Kemp Powers
Biography
Kemp Powers is an American playwright, screenwriter, and director. Born in Brooklyn, New York City, he is known for his work on several films, including the 2020 film adaptation of his play One Night in Miami and the animated films Soul and Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse. He co-directed Soul, making him the first African-American to co-direct a Walt Disney Animation Studios and Pixar feature. Powers' screenplay for One Night in Miami earned him a nomination for Best Adapted Screenplay at the 93rd Academy Awards. He was also nominated for the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature at the 96th Academy Awards. Powers has directed a total of 13 known credits.
Career overview
Kemp Powers is a director known for his work on several notable films. He co-directed the animated films Soul and Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse. His work on Soul made him the first African-American to co-direct a Walt Disney Animation Studios and Pixar feature.
Powers has also been involved in the film adaptation of his play One Night in Miami. The screenplay for this film earned him a nomination for Best Adapted Screenplay at the 93rd Academy Awards. His work on this film showcases his ability to adapt his own writing for the screen.
Powers' career as a director has been marked by notable achievements. He has co-directed several successful films, including Soul and Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse. His work has earned him recognition within the film industry, with nominations for prestigious awards.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
14 titles- Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse (2027) Executive Producer
- Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (2023) Director
- Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse - Creating the Ultimate Spider-Man Movie (2023) as Self
- Soul, Improvised (2021)
- Soul (2020) Co-Director
- Soul (2020) Screenplay
- Soul (2020) Story
- One Night in Miami... (2020) Theatre Play
- One Night in Miami... (2020) Screenplay
- One Night in Miami... (2020) Executive Producer
- Star Trek: Discovery (2017) Writer
- The Oscars (1953) as Self
- Lunik Heist Director
- Lunik Heist Writer
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Kemp Powers best known for?
Kemp Powers is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse (2027), Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (2023), Soul (2020), Soul (2020).
When and where was Kemp Powers born?
Kemp Powers was born on October 30, 1973 in Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA.
How many credits does Kemp Powers have?
Kemp Powers has accumulated over 14 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1953 to 2027.
What is Kemp Powers's background in cinema and television?
Kemp Powers is an American playwright, screenwriter, and director. Born in Brooklyn, New York City, he is known for his work on several films, including the 2020 film adaptation of his play One Night in Miami and the animated films Soul and Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse. He co-directed Soul, making him the first ...