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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).
IMDb profile of Franklin J. Schaffner, a director, producer and actor known for Planet of the Apes, Patton and The Boys from Brazil. Learn about his life, career, achievements and trivia.
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- Tokyo, Japan
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- Santa Monica, California, USA
4 days ago · Franklin J. Schaffner 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).
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Franklin J. Schaffner. Director: Planet of the Apes. 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.
- May 30, 1920
- July 2, 1989
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. He...
Feb 12, 2014 · Janet Gaynor and Ryan O'Neal presenting Franklin J. Schaffner with the Oscar® for Directing for "Patton" at the 43rd Academy Awards® in 1971.
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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).
