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Mark Robson

Directing

Born December 4, 1913 · Montréal, Québec, Canada

Died June 20, 1978

Biography

Mark Robson was a Canadian-American film director, producer, and editor. Robson began his 45-year career in Hollywood as a film editor. He later began working as a director and producer. He directed 34 films during his career, including Champion (1949), Bright Victory (1951), The Bridges at Toko-Ri (1954), Peyton Place (1957), The Inn of the Sixth Happiness (1958), Von Ryan's Express (1965), Valley of the Dolls (1967), and Earthquake (1974).

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Awards & recognition

  • star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
  • Academy AwardBest Director · 1959 · nominated
  • Academy AwardBest Director · 1958 · nominated

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