Sarah Kernochan was born in the vibrant city of New York, a place where creativity and innovation thrive. Her educational background is impressive, having attended Rosemary Hall and Sarah Lawrence, two esteemed institutions that helped shape her artistic vision.
At a remarkably young age of 25, Kernochan achieved early success by winning the prestigious Academy Award for Best Feature Documentary for her film "Marjoe". This groundbreaking achievement opened doors to new opportunities, and she soon found herself recording two RCA albums as a singer-songwriter.
Two years later, her novel "Dry Hustle" was published, showcasing her talent as a writer. Kernochan's next creative endeavor was an original musical titled "Sleeparound Town", which premiered at the New York Public Theater and later at Playwrights Horizons, where she met her future husband, James Lapine.
The couple welcomed their daughter, Phoebe Lapine, in 1985, and by that time, Kernochan had established herself as a screenwriter and filmmaker. Her impressive career continued to flourish, and in 2002, she won a second Academy Award for the 40-minute short "Thoth".
Throughout her career, Kernochan has remained a versatile artist, composing songs for her website and teaching advanced screenwriting as a Terry and Jane Semel Fellow at Emerson College in Boston.
In recent years, she has published her well-reviewed reincarnation mystery novel "Jane Was Here" (2011) and released her third album "Decades of Demos" for digital download in online stores. Additionally, her ongoing chronicle "At Home With a Ghost" is a fascinating account of her lifelong encounters with ghosts and spirits.
Kernochan's remarkable journey is a testament to her dedication, creativity, and perseverance, making her an inspiration to many in the world of art and entertainment.
