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Franklin J. Schaffner

Franklin J. Schaffner

Biography

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). He served as President of the Directors Guild of America between 1987 and 1989.

Gender
Male
Birth Place
Tokyo, Japan
Birthday
30 May, 1920 (105 years old)
Death date
02 Jul, 1989