Born in Tokyo to American missionary parents, he later moved to the United States. He attended Franklin & Marshall College and then studied law at Columbia University before turning to a career in television and film direction. He earned acclaim for his work on the TV series "The Defenders" and later transitioned to film, directing classics such as "Planet of the Apes" (1968) and "Patton" (1970), the latter earning him an Academy Award for Best Director. His work is known for its epic scope and attention to detail.
PATTON
Patton is a 1970 American epic biographical war film about General George S. Patton during World War II. The film explores his victories, strategies,...
THE BOYS FROM BRAZIL
The Boys from Brazil is a 1978 thriller film about a Nazi hunter who uncovers a sinister plot to create a new generation of Hitler's in South America....
PLANET OF THE APES
Planet of the Apes is a groundbreaking science fiction film that explores themes of civilization, science, and the nature of humanity. Set in a...
PAPILLON
Papillon is a gripping drama that chronicles the harrowing experience of Henri 'Papillon' Charrière, a petty criminal wrongly convicted of murder in...