Arne Olsen, Screenwriter of ‘Cop and a Half,’ ‘Mighty Morphin Power Rangers,’ Dies at 64
Why it matters: The film industry loses a screenwriter whose work shaped popular culture for millions of viewers.
- Arne Olsen, known for writing 'Cop and a Half' and 'Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: The Movie,' died at 64 (per Variety).
- Olsen's passing was attributed to complications from cancer, occurring on Saturday in Vancouver, B.C. (per Variety).
- His screenwriting career started with the 1988 action thriller 'Red Scorpion,' leading to a diverse body of work (per Variety).
Arne Olsen, the screenwriter behind beloved films like 'Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: The Movie' and 'Cop and a Half,' passed away at 64 due to cancer complications in Vancouver, B.C. His career, which began with 1988's 'Red Scorpion,' spanned numerous screenplays, leaving a notable mark on action and family entertainment.
