Biography
Wechsler began building a reputation for taking on projects that didn't fall easily into genres. "I have offbeat sensibilities," he has been quoted as saying, "and can find homes for directors that veer in that direction."
In 1985, Wechsler became President of the Motion Picture Division of Northcorp, a company created by Frank Yablans and the Producers Sales Organization. He left Northcorp to develop and produce motion pictures and manage …
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Career Milestones
1989 | Executive produced surprise hit, "sex, lies and videotape" | |
1988 | For Avenue Entertainment, developed and produced Gus Van Sant's second film, "Drugstore Cowboy" | |
1987 | Produced with Julia Phillips and John Kilik for Vestron, "The Beat" (directed by Paul Mones) | |
1986 | Co-wrote story for feature, "Made In USA" (directed by Ken Friedman for Hemdale) | |
1985 | Became president of the Motion Picture Division of Northcorp, a company created by Frank Yablans and the Producers Sale Organization | |
| Partner in entertainment law firm | ||
Awards
1993 | Independent Spirit Award for Best Feature in The Player |
1992 | Golden Globe Award for Best Motion Picture - Comedy Or Musical in The Player |
1992 | BAFTA Award for Film in The Player |
1992 | Independent Spirit Award for Best First Feature in The Rapture |
1990 | Independent Spirit Award for Best Feature in Drugstore Cowboy |