David Opatoshu
Actor and screenwriter in 'The Bridge on the River Kwai'
Born
Died
1996
30 years ago — 78 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An American actor and screenwriter, contributions included prominent roles in film and television throughout the mid-20th century. Appeared in 'The Bridge on the River Kwai', which received several Academy Awards, including Best Picture. Other appearances included 'The Untouchables' and 'The Twilight Zone'. Opatoshu also engaged in screenwriting, contributing to various projects in the entertainment industry.
Starred in 'The Bridge on the River Kwai'
Appeared in 'The Untouchables'
Appeared in 'The Twilight Zone'
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