G.I. Blues
1960
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Apr 3, 2024 · Norman Taurog (born February 23, 1899, Chicago, Illinois, U.S.—died April 7, 1981, Rancho Mirage, California) American director of some 80 feature films, many of which were comedies, including a number with Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis, and musicals, nine of which starred Elvis Presley.
Norman Taurog. Director: The Adventures of Tom Sawyer. A successful child actor (on stage from 1907) and rather less successful romantic lead, baby-faced Norman Taurog found being behind the camera a more rewarding experience. Before becoming a director, he paid his dues as a prop man and editor.
Norman Rae Taurog (February 23, 1899 - April 7, 1981) was an American film director and screenwriter. Between 1920 and 1968, Taurog directed over 140 films, and directed Elvis Presley in more movies than any other director (nine, starting with G.I. Blues (1960)).
Norman Taurog. Paramount. Stars. Film: East side of the 1600 block of Vine Street. Director Born Feb. 23, 1899 in Chicago, Ill. Died April 7, 1981 in Eisenhower Medical Center, Calif. A cademy...
About. Read More. Birth Place. Chicago, Illinois, USA. Born. February 23, 1899. Died. April 07, 1981. Biography. Read More. Archetypal "contract," studio director who entered films as an actor, began making comedy shorts, and moved up to features in 1929.
Norman Rae Taurog (February 23, 1899 – April 7, 1981) was an American film director and screenwriter. From 1920 to 1968, Taurog directed 180 films.
Norman Rae Taurog (February 23, 1899 – April 7, 1981) was an American film director and screenwriter. From 1920 to 1968, Taurog directed 180 films. At the age of 32, he received the Academy Award for Best Director for Skippy (1931). He is the second youngest person ever to win the award after Damien Chazelle, who won for La La Land in 2017.
