Rex Ingram
Film director and producer of 'The Four Horsemen'
Born
January 15th, 1893
132 years ago
Died
1950
75 years ago — 57 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Ireland
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Born in Ireland, a film director, producer, writer, and actor. Ingram began directing silent films in the 1910s, gaining recognition for his work. He became a prominent figure in early Hollywood, particularly noted for directing 'The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse' in 1921, which was one of the first films to achieve great commercial success, contributing to the popularity of the medium. He also directed 'The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes' and 'The Magician,' which showcased his storytelling abilities. Venturing into both directing and acting, his work spanned several genres, leaving a mark on the silent film era before transitioning into sound films. Ingram's contributions to cinema, especially during its formative years, cemented his place in film history.
Directed 'The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse'
Produced and directed 'The Magician'
Worked on 'The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes'
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