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Franklin James Schaffner (May 30, 1920 – July 2, 1989) was an American film, television, and stage director. He won the Academy Award for Best Director for Patton (1970), and is known for the films Planet of the Apes (1968), Nicholas and Alexandra (1971), Papillon (1973), and The Boys from Brazil (1978).
- American
- Helen Jean Gilchrist (1948–89) (died 2007)
- Film director
Born May 30, 1920. Died July 2, 1989 (69) Add to list. Won 1 Oscar. 8 wins & 5 nominations total. Photos. Known for. Planet of the Apes. 8.0. Director (directed by) 1968. Patton. 7.9. Director. 1970. The Boys from Brazil. 7.0. Director. 1978. Ford Star Jubilee. 7.1. TV Series.
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- Tokyo, Japan
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- Santa Monica, California, USA
Franklin J. Schaffner (born May 30, 1920, Tokyo, Japan—died July 2, 1989, Santa Monica, California, U.S.) was an American director who worked on a number of well-regarded television programs before launching a successful film career that included such classics as Planet of the Apes (1968) and Patton (1970).
- Michael Barson
Mini Bio (2) Franklin J. Schaffner was one of the most innovative creative minds in the early days of American network television, utilizing a moving camera in the days when most television directors kept the camera static. His eye for visuals was developed in the dozens of live television programs he directed on prestigious shows such as ...
Franklin James Schaffner (May 30, 1920 – July 2, 1989) was an American director. He won the Academy Award for Best Director for Patton (1970), and is also known for the films Planet of the Apes (1968), Nicholas and Alexandra (1971), Papillon (1973), and The Boys from Brazil (1978).
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Jul 3, 1989 · The Academy Award winning director Franklin James Schaffner, whose 1970 film ''Patton'' won seven Oscars including best picture, died of cancer yesterday at his home in Santa Monica, Calif....
May 30, 2020 · March 26, 2024. 45°. SCHAFFNER WEEK, MAY 23-30. Centennial of Franklin J. Schaffner, Lancaster's Oscar-winning director, marked with screenings online, memorial week. McCaskey Alumnni...
