David W. Griffith
American filmmaker (1875–1948)
1875 — 1948
Quick Facts
Profession
American filmmaker (1875–1948)
Born
January 22, 1875
Died
1948 (age ~73)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
screenwriter, actor, writer
United StatesBorn in CrestwoodDied in Hollywood
1875
Born in Crestwood (1875-01-22)
1915
Notable workThe Birth of a Nation
1916
Notable workIntolerance
1936
AwardAcademy Honorary Award
1948
Died in Hollywood
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David Wark Griffith was an American film director. Considered one of the most influential figures in the history of the motion picture, he pioneered many aspects of film editing and expanded the art of the narrative film.
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Who is David W. Griffith?+
David Wark Griffith was an American film director. Considered one of the most influential figures in the history of the motion picture, he pioneered many aspects of film editing and expanded the art of the narrative film.
What does the name David mean?+
The name David means "male given name (Δαβίδ)". It is of English origin.
When was David W. Griffith born?+
David W. Griffith was born on January 22, 1875.
When did David W. Griffith die?+
David W. Griffith died in 1948, at approximately 73 years of age.
Name Meaning
male given name (Δαβίδ)
The name David is of English origin, meaning "male given name (Δαβίδ)". It is traditionally a male name.
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David — January 22, 1875
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Aquarius
Independent, innovative, humanitarian
Air · Uranus · Jan 20 – Feb 18
Chinese Zodiac
Pig
Compassionate, generous, diligent
Wood · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
7 Lamat
Star — harmony, beauty, abundance
Celtic Tree
Rowan
Visionary, creative, original thinker
Ogham: Luis · Jan 21 – Feb 17
Birthstone: Garnet — Protection, strength
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Guestbook
History remembers. So do I.
— an admirer
Respect.
— .
You made my script better than I wrote it.
— a filmmaker
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