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Henry Hathaway (March 13, 1898 – February 11, 1985) was an American film director and producer. He is best known as a director of Westerns, especially starring Randolph Scott and John Wayne. He directed Gary Cooper in seven films.
Henry Hathaway. Director: True Grit. Henry Hathaway, son of a stage actress and manager, started his career as a child actor in westerns directed by Allan Dwan. His movie career was interrupted by World War I.
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Henry Hathaway: His 20 best films. A very good director, who wasn't a master but he made some solid films during the 30's, 40's, 50's and 60's.
May 7, 2024 · Henry Hathaway was an American film director who worked in a number of genres but was perhaps best known for his film noirs and westerns. (Read Martin Scorsese’s Britannica essay on film preservation.)
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Henry Hathaway. Director: True Grit. Henry Hathaway, son of a stage actress and manager, started his career as a child actor in westerns directed by Allan Dwan. His movie career was interrupted by World War I.
- March 13, 1898
- February 11, 1985
Mar 13, 2018 · Henry Hathaway: 10 essential films. He dangled Marilyn Monroe over Niagara Falls and took John Wayne to Oscar glory, but have you got a handle on Henry Hathaway? On the 120th anniversary of his birth, we remember 10 of his best films.
May 24, 2024 · Henry Hathaway, a name synonymous with classic Hollywood cinema, carved out a niche for himself as one of the most versatile directors of his time. From gripping noir films to epic Westerns, his work has not only entertained generations but also set standards in cinematic storytelling.
