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Francis Ford (born Francis Joseph Feeney; August 14, 1881 – September 5, 1953) was an American film actor, writer and director. He was the mentor and elder brother of film director John Ford. As an actor, director and producer, he was one of the first filmmakers in Hollywood.
Francis Ford (1881-1953) was an American actor, director and writer who appeared in many films by his brother John Ford. He also had a long career as a director of silent and sound films, and wrote some stories and scenarios.
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Francis Ford Coppola (/ ˈ k oʊ p əl ə / KOH-pə-lə, Italian:; born 7 April 1939) is an American film director, producer, and screenwriter. He is considered one of the leading figures of the New Hollywood film movement of the 1960s and 1970s and is widely considered one of the greatest directors of all time.
Francis Ford was the elder brother of John Ford and a screen director and actor until sound. He appeared in nine Oscar Best Picture nominees, including The Informer and The Quiet Man.
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Francis Ford (born Francis Feeney, August 14, 1881 – September 5, 1953) was a prolific film actor, writer, and director. He was the mentor and elder brother of film director John Ford. He also appeared in many of John Ford's movies, including Young Mr. Lincoln and The Quiet Man.
Jul 11, 2010 · Learn about the life and career of Francis Ford, the older brother of John Ford, who appeared in many of his films as a character actor. Discover how he influenced his brother's work and played various Irish roles, from drunkards to judges.
Mar 25, 2021 · Filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola wrote and directed ‘The Godfather’ movie trilogy. Read about his movies, wife, daughter, age, awards, and more.
