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William Friedkin

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Biography - Born 08/29/1935

Noted for the documentary quality of his dramas, William Friedkin began his career in the mail room of a local Chicago TV station and quickly worked his way up to director, reportedly helming over 2,000 live shows before tackling his first TV film, the documentary "The People vs. Paul Crump&quo...

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Filmography
A Decade Under the Influence (2003)
The Hunted (2003)
Rules of Engagement (2000)
Without Limits (1998)
Jade (1995)

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Awards

  • In 1974, received NATO Director of the Year Award.
  • In 1973, received Golden Globe Award for Best Director in "The Exorcist".
  • In 1971, received Oscar for Best Director in "The French Connection".
  • In 1971, received Directors Guild of America Award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Feature Film in "The French Connection".
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