Norman Taurog

Film director and screenwriter

Norman Taurog - Film director and screenwriter
Born

February 23rd, 1899
126 years ago

Died

April 7th, 1981
43 years ago — 82 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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Directed numerous films during a prolific career, contributing to the entertainment industry for over five decades. Taurog's work reflects a range of genres, with significant involvement in musicals and comedies. Directed the Elvis Presley films 'Jailhouse Rock' and 'Blue Hawaii', which became iconic in the rock and roll era. Served as a director for multiple successful films which achieved commercial success.

Directed 'Jailhouse Rock'

Directed 'Blue Hawaii'

Won Academy Award for Best Director

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