What is the nationality of the author of the novel that the film "Viva Max!" is based on?
Viva Max! Viva Max! is a 1969 comedy film starring Peter Ustinov, Jonathan Winters and John Astin, directed by Jerry Paris. The film was written by Elliott Baker and based on a 1966 novel by Jim Lehrer.
Rita Mae Brown Rita Mae Brown (born 28 November 1944) is an American writer, activist, and feminist. She is best known for her first novel "Rubyfruit Jungle". Brown is also a mystery writer and screenwriter.