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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[on the CinemaScope anamorphic aspect ratio] I hated it. You've never seen a painter use that kind of composition - even the great murals, it still wasn't this huge tennis court. Your eyes pop back and forth, and it's very difficult to get a close-up. See more »Trivia:
Embarrassed Jean-Luc Godard, then a young journalist for "Les Cahiers du Cinema", during an interview. When Godard asked the famous question, "What brought you to Hollywood?" Ford replied, "A train". See more »Trademark:
Regardless of where his westerns were set, filming exteriors at Monument Valley, Arizona/Utah, USA. See more »Nickname:
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