John Ford (I) (1894–1973) |
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John Ford came to Hollywood following one of his brothers, an actor. Asked what brought him to Hollywood, he replied "The train". He became one of the most respected directors in the business, in spite of being known for his westerns, which were not considered "serious" film. He won six Oscars, counting (he always did) the two that he won for his ...
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Born:in Cape Elizabeth, Maine, USADied:(age 79) in Palm Desert, California, USA |
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Radio: Appeared in a "Screen Director's Playhouse" broadcast of "Stagecoach".Publicity Listings:
13 Biographical Movies | 25 Print Biographies | 2 Portrayals | 1 Interview | 31 Articles | 1 Magazine Cover Photo | See more »Official Sites:
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Commander John Ford | Jack Ford | Jack Francis | John | John Ford Production | Rear Admiral John Ford USNVR Ret. | John Ford Captain U.S.N.R. | Lt. Cmdr. John Ford U.S.N.R. | RAdm. John Ford USNR [Ret.]Height:
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As a beauty, Dolores del Rio is in a class with [Greta Garbo]. Then she opens her mouth and becomes Minnie Mouse. See more »Trivia:
He often used members of his family (including his two brothers, Francis Ford and Edward O'Fearna) in his films, but only in subordinate roles. Patrick Ford recalled, "My conversations with him, as his only son--that I know of--were always 'Yessir', until one day I said 'no sir', and then I was no longer around. Our family life was pretty much that of a ship master and his crew, or a wagon master... See more »Trademark:
Frequently cast John Wayne, Henry Fonda, Maureen O'Hara, Ward Bond, and James Stewart. See more »Nickname:
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