Herbert Biberman

American director and screenwriter

Herbert Biberman - American director and screenwriter
Born

March 4th, 1900
125 years ago

Died

June 30th, 1971
54 years ago — 71 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Directed and wrote significant films during the 1940s and 1950s. Helped create the influential film 'Salt of the Earth', which addressed labor rights and the struggles of mine workers. Experienced persecution during the Red Scare for his political beliefs, leading to his blacklisting in Hollywood. Continued to work on various projects, contributing to significant themes in cinema.

Directed 'Salt of the Earth'

Wrote for various social issue films

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