Franklin J. Schaffner was born on April 25, 1912, in the bustling city of New York, located in the United States of America. This remarkable individual went on to become a distinguished writer and producer, leaving an indelible mark on the world of cinema. His impressive body of work includes some of the most iconic films of the 20th century, such as the 1964 masterpiece "The Train", the 1972 action-packed thriller "Black Gunn", and the 1955 science fiction classic "This Island Earth". Throughout his illustrious career, Schaffner's creative vision and innovative storytelling skills earned him widespread recognition and acclaim. Unfortunately, his life was cut short on December 27, 1990, in Los Angeles, California, USA, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire and influence generations of filmmakers to this day.
Personal Details
BornApr 25, 1912 New York, USA
Biography
Career
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1995

Deadly Family Secrets as Novel
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1974

The Take as Writer
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1972

Black Gunn as Screenplay
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1966

Alvarez Kelly as Writer
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1964

The Train as Screenplay
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1959

Night of the Quarter Moon as Writer
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1957

Interlude as Screenplay
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1955

This Island Earth as Screenplay
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Chief Crazy Horse as Screenplay
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Kiss of Fire as Screenplay
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1954

Four Guns to the Border as Screenplay
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Johnny Dark as Screenplay
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1953

The Glory Brigade as Screenplay
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1938

Exposed as Screenplay
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1936

Till We Meet Again as Screenplay