Robert Lord, a distinguished American screenwriter and film producer, made his entry into the world on May 1, 1900, and departed this mortal coil on April 5, 1976. Over the course of his remarkable career, which spanned a period of 15 years, from 1925 to 1940, Lord demonstrated an astonishing capacity for creativity, penning the screenplays for a staggering 71 films. His remarkable work was feted with a prestigious Academy Award in 1933, specifically in the category of Best Writing, Original Story, for his significant contributions to the film One Way Passage. Furthermore, Lord received a nomination in the same category in 1938 for his work on the film Black Legion, a testament to his exceptional talent, unwavering dedication to his craft, and unrelenting pursuit of excellence.
Personal Details
BornMay 1, 1900 Chicago, Illinois, USA
Spouse
Martha Bliss
Ana May
( May 14, 2025 to Dec 31, 1969 )
Biography
Career
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1940

'Til We Meet Again as Story
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1937

Black Legion as Story
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1936

Colleen as Story
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Stage Struck as Story
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1935

Gold Diggers of 1935 as Story
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Page Miss Glory as Screenplay
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Dr. Socrates as Screenplay
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Bordertown as Story
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1934

Housewife as Story
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Dames as Story
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He Was Her Man as Story
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Merry Wives of Reno as Story, Screenplay
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1933

Footlight Parade as Story
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Heroes for Sale as Screenplay
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The Little Giant as Screenplay
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The Mind Reader as Screenplay
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Mary Stevens, M.D. as Screenplay
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Hard to Handle as Screenplay
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1932

One Way Passage as Story
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Fireman, Save My Child! as Story
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The Purchase Price as Writer
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Man Wanted as Story
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It's Tough to Be Famous as Screenplay
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You Said a Mouthful as Screenplay
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The Conquerors as Screenplay
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Frisco Jenny as Screenplay
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1930

She Couldn't Say No as Writer
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1929

So Long Letty as Writer
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1928

The Matinee Idol as Story