John Sturges (1910–1992)


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John Sturges was an American film director, mostly remembered for his outstanding Western films. In 1992, Sturges was awarded a Golden Boot Award for his lifelong contribution to the Western genre. Sturges was born in the village of Oak Park, Illinois, within the Chicago metropolitan area. By 1930, the village had a population of 64,000 people. ... See full bio »

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Nominated for 1 Oscar. Another 5 wins & 13 nominations. See more awards »

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Suuri pakoretki Director
(1963)
(1960)
(1955)

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1 Print Biography | See more »

Alternate Names:

Capt. John Sturges

Height:

6' 2" (1.88 m)

Spouse:

Katherine Helena Soules  (his death) | See more »

Parents:

Reginald Gowman Rowe Carne | Grace Delafield Sturges
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Biography in: John Wakeman, editor. "World Film Directors, Volume One, 1890-1945." Pages 1079-1085. New York: The H.W. Wilson Company, 1987. See more »

Trademark:

Predominantly male ensemble casts.

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