He has written and rewritten numerous screenplays (several unaccredited) for such directors as Ridley Scott and Francis Ford Coppola.
His screenwriting break came with his first uncredited rewrite for the critically acclaimed Desperately Seeking Susan, starring Rosanna Arquette and Madonna.
Shortly thereafter, Bolotin sold his first original screenplay, a comedy No Small Affair starring Jon Cryer.
His next produced credit was Black Rain starring Michael Douglas and directed by Ridley Scott, which grossed over 140 million dollars.
He directed his first feature film for producer Arnon Milchan and Warner Brothers, That Night, starring Juliette Lewis.