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Alfred Allen Santell (1895–1981), was an American film director and film producer. Santell directed over 60 films, beginning in 1917, most of which were two-reel comedy short subjects for Hal Roach and other productions companies. Taking up feature films from about 1924, Santell worked for several major studios.
A renowned light comedy specialist, Santell made an assured transition to sound. In the course of the next 15 years he turned out a string of solid second features -- as well as the occasional "A"-grade release -- for 20th Century-Fox (1929-33), RKO (1934-35), Paramount (1936-42) and United Artists (1943-44).
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A renowned light comedy specialist, Santell made an assured transition to sound. In the course of the next 15 years he turned out a string of solid second features -- as well as the occasional "A"-grade release -- for 20th Century-Fox (1929-33), RKO (1934-35), Paramount (1936-42) and United Artists (1943-44).
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- June 19, 1981
Daddy Long Legs (1931) is an American pre-Code film directed by Alfred Santell and starring Janet Gaynor and Warner Baxter. The story involves an orphan who is taken under the wing of a wealthy benefactor.
Feb 25, 2023 · Alfred Santell, the legendary film director of the early 20th century, has an impressive filmography spanning over three decades. From romantic comedies to action thrillers, he has showcased his versatility in a range of genres, earning him a place in Hollywood's hall of fame.
The Hairy Ape is a 1944 American drama film based upon the 1922 play of the same name by Eugene O'Neill. It was directed by Alfred Santell and adapted by Robert Hardy Andrews and Decla Dunning. The film stars William Bendix, Susan Hayward, John Loder, Dorothy Comingore, Roman Bohnen, Tom Fadden and Alan Napier.
Apr 23, 2010 · That’s her attitude in “Internes Can’t Take Money” (1937), directed by Alfred Santell, which opens the Universal set and is its most significant revelation.
