Alice Guy-Blaché
Film director and pioneer producer
Born
July 1st, 1873
152 years ago
Died
March 24th, 1968
57 years ago — 94 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A pioneer in the film industry, directed over 400 films between 1896 and 1920. Established one of the first film studios in the United States. Played a crucial role in the early development of narrative cinema. Worked extensively in both silent and early sound films, developing innovative techniques that influenced future filmmakers.
Directed the first narrative film, 'La Fée aux Choux'
Founded Solax Studios, one of the first film studios
Produced and directed more films than any contemporary
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