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Maurice Félix Thomas (French pronunciation: [mɔʁis feliks tɔmɑ]; 2 February 1876 – 4 August 1961), known as Maurice Tourneur (pronounced), was a French film director and screenwriter.
Screenwriter and director Maurice Tourneur was born Maurice Thomas in the Parisian suburb of Belleville on February 2, 1873, the son of a jewelry merchant. He was trained and employed as a graphic designer and a magazine illustrator as a young man.
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Maurice Félix Thomas dit Maurice Tourneur, né le 2 février 1876 dans le 17 e arrondissement de Paris [1] et mort le 4 août 1961 dans le 16 e arrondissement de la même ville [2], est un réalisateur français. Il est le frère du comédien Robert Tourneur et le père du réalisateur franco-américain Jacques Tourneur.
Oct 3, 2022 · In 1914, an unknown French director arrived in New York. Four years later, Maurice Tourneur was one of the most celebrated American filmmakers with D. W. Griffith and Cecil B. DeMille. From his...
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Maurice Tourneur was a figure in early silent cinema whose oeuvre is best recognised for its innovative use of lighting, atmospheric effects, and meticulously crafted sets, offering audiences a poetic and visually mesmerising cinematic experience.
Find the location of Maurice Tourneur's star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, read a biography, see related stars and browse a map of important places in their career.
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Feb 10, 2024 · Franco-American film pioneer Maurice Tourneur is a forgotten name in cinema history. This film traces the incredible journey of this crucial innovator from Paris to Hollywood. He inspired many of his peers and was also a mentor to some great filmmakers, including his son Jacques.
