Walter Morosco

Walter Morosco

Deceased · Born: Feb 1, 1899 · Died: Dec 30, 1948

Personal Details

BornFeb 1, 1899 San Francisco, California, USA
Spouse
  • Marie O'Keefe

    ( Sep 10, 1947 to Jun 30, 1948 )
  • Shirley Mae Listenwalter

    ( May 30, 1942 to Nov 16, 1944 )
  • Corinne Griffith

    ( Feb 1, 1924 to May 2, 1934 )

Biography

Walter Morosco's creative odyssey commenced with the meticulous crafting of four screenplays, laying the groundwork for his eventual foray into the director's chair in 1926. Yet, his artistic trajectory took an unexpected turn as he soon discovered his true vocation lay in the realm of film production.

From 1929 onwards, Morosco devoted himself to the art of producing, leaving an indelible mark on the cinematic landscape by helming an astonishing 37 films during his tenure in both Hollywood and London.

He spent the next two decades, until his untimely passing in 1949, diligently cultivating his craft, leaving behind a legacy that would be remembered for generations to come.

Noted cinematic visionary, renowned for his mastery in bringing to the silver screen a plethora of enduring and iconic motion pictures, a testament to his unwavering dedication to his craft.

Among his most notable achievements, he was instrumental in bringing to life the timeless classic "Mammy", starring the legendary Al Jolson, in the year 1930.

Furthermore, his impressive filmography boasts a diverse range of notable cinematic endeavors, including the 1944 classic "Wing and a Prayer", as well as the 1948 musical extravaganza "Give My Regards to Broadway".

John Morosco's unwavering dedication to his craft ultimately led to the culmination of his life's work in the form of his final film production, "Mother Is a Freshman", which made its debut just a mere three months following his untimely passing at the tender age of 49, brought about by a devastating stroke that cut short his life.

Career

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1926
Silken Shackles
Silken Shackles as Director, Writer