D. W. Griffith

American filmmaker (1875–1948)

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.²

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Born Jan 22, 1875, died Jul 23, 1948.¹