Frank Capra
Frank Capra was the most prominent filmmaker of the 1930s, winning three Academy Awards as best director.
Director
May 18, 1897
Taurus
September 03, 1991
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Palermo, Italy
Frank Capra, a renowned American film director, gained prominence during Hollywood’s Golden Age. He is best known for his iconic films such as “It Happened One Night”, “Mr. Smith Goes to Washington”, and “It’s a Wonderful Life”. Capra received three Academy Awards for Best Director and earned six additional nominations. His other significant works include “You Can’t Take It with You” and “Meet John Doe”. Widely considered one of the most influential directors in cinema history, Capra was the leading filmmaker of the 1930s, securing three Best Director Academy Awards during that time.