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King Vidor
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King Vidor

Creator · born February 8, 1894 · died 1982

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King Wallis Vidor was an American film director, film producer, and screenwriter. His 67-year career spanned the silent and sound eras, with works distinguished by a sympathetic depiction of contemporary social issues.

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Milestones, by age

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  1. 31Notable work: The Big ParadeNovember 5, 1925
  2. ~34Notable work: The Crowd1928
  3. 62Notable work: War and PeaceAugust 21, 1956
  4. 85Received the Academy Honorary AwardApril 9, 1979

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