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Jonathan Kaplan

Director

Jonathan Kaplan

Directing
1974 — 1999 · 9 films
Lived
25 November 1947 — d. 2025
From
Paris, France

Jonathan Kaplan (November 25, 1947 - August 1, 2025) was an American film producer and director. Kaplan was born in Paris, France. He was the son of film composer Sol Kaplan and actress Frances Heflin; the nephew of actor Van Heflin. He was the brother of actresses Nora Heflin and Mady Kaplan. His film The Accused (1988), earned actress Jodie Foster her first Oscar for Best Actress and was nominated for the Golden Bear at the 39th Berlin International Film Festival.

Career Signature

How Jonathan Kaplan’s filmography reads.

Five of Perfery’s 75 vibes, averaged across every film they directed.