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David Wark Griffith (January 22, 1875 – July 23, 1948) 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. To modern audiences, Griffith is known primarily for directing the 1915 film The Birth of a Nation. Wikipedia
- January 22, 1875, Oldham County, Kentucky, United States
- July 23, 1948, Hollywood, California, U.S.
- Cerebral hemorrhage
- 5'11" (1.80m)
- Evelyn Baldwin(m 1936 - 1947), Linda Arvidson(m 1906 - 1936)
- Jacob Wark Griffith
- United Artists
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