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Ed Wood. Edward Davis Wood Jr. (October 10, 1924 – December 10, 1978) was an American filmmaker, actor, screenwriter, and pulp novelist. In the 1950s, Wood directed several low-budget science fiction, crime and horror films that later became cult classics, notably Glen or Glenda (1953), Jail Bait (1954), Bride of the Monster (1955), Plan 9 ...
Ed Wood is a 1994 American biographical comedy-drama film directed and produced by Tim Burton and starring Johnny Depp as Ed Wood, the eponymous cult filmmaker. The film concerns the period in Wood's life when he made his best-known films as well as his relationship with actor Bela Lugosi, played by Martin Landau.
Oct 7, 1994 · A comedy drama directed by Tim Burton and starring Johnny Depp as Edward D. Wood Jr., a Hollywood outcast who made low-budget films with Bela Lugosi and other misfits. The film won two Oscars and received positive reviews for its portrayal of Wood's passion and vision.
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- Biography, Comedy, Drama
- Tim Burton
- 1994-10-07
Oct 7, 1994 · Roger Ebert praises Tim Burton's celebration of Ed Wood, the worst director of all time and a transvestite filmmaker. He admires Johnny Depp's performance, the 1950s exploitation atmosphere, and the friendship between Wood and Bela Lugosi.
Learn about the life and career of Edward D. Wood Jr., the notorious Hollywood hack who made Plan 9 from Outer Space and other notorious films. Discover his transgender identity, his military service, his friendship with Bela Lugosi and his posthumous fame.
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- Poughkeepsie, New York, USA
- January 1, 1
- North Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA
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A biographical comedy about the life and films of Edward D. Wood Jr., a Hollywood director known for his low-budget and bizarre movies. The film follows Ed's struggles, dreams, and friendships with Bela Lugosi and other misfits in the film industry.
Oct 7, 2019 · Tim Burton's biopic of the \"worst director of all time\" is a moving, funny tribute to a visionary outsider and his idol, Bela Lugosi. The film features brilliant performances, a snappy script, and a personal touch that makes it one of Burton's best works.
