D. W. Griffith
1875 – 1948

D. W. Griffith

American filmmaker (1875–1948)

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Born
1875-01-22, Crestwood
Died
1948-07-23
Birthplace state
Kentucky

Biography

David Wark Griffith was an American film director. Considered one of the most influential figures in the history of the motion picture, he pioneered many aspects of film editing and expanded the art of the narrative film.

Occupation

D. W. Griffith is recorded as a film editor, a film screenwriter, a film producer, a director, a film director, a executive producer, a writer, a screenwriter and a actor, born in Kentucky (1875–1948).

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Frequently asked about D. W. Griffith

Who was D. W. Griffith?
D. W. Griffith was American filmmaker (1875–1948), born in Kentucky (1875 – 1948).
When and where was D. W. Griffith born?
D. W. Griffith was born on 1875-01-22 in Crestwood.
When did D. W. Griffith die?
D. died on 1948-07-23.
What was D. W. Griffith known for?
D. W. Griffith is recorded as a film editor, a film screenwriter, a film producer, a director, a film director, a executive producer, a writer, a screenwriter and a actor.
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