Billy Wilder
Billy Wilder was a renowned Austrian-American filmmaker, screenwriter, and producer, celebrated for his contributions to classic Hollywood cinema. With a career spanning several decades, Wilder directed iconic films such as 'Double Indemnity,' 'Sunset Boulevard,' and 'Some Like It Hot.' Known for his sharp wit and mastery of both comedy and drama, he received numerous Academy Awards and is remembered as one of the greatest filmmakers in history, influencing generations of directors and screenwriters.
Born on Jun 22, 1906 (119 years old)
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Austria:
Billy Wilder was born as Samuel Wilder in Sucha, Poland, and became a renowned filmmaker.
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Croatia:
Billy Wilder directed the cult comedy 'Seven Year Itch' which featured the famous scene with Marilyn Monroe.
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Dominican Republic:
Billy Wilder directed the 1944 film Perdición, based on a novel by James M. Cain.
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Spain:
Billy Wilder started writing the script for 'Double Indemnity' in 1943 and was initially excited to work with Raymond Chandler.
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Portugal:
Billy Wilder directed the film 'Some Like It Hot'.
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Portugal:
Kim Novak worked with Billy Wilder in the film 'Kiss Me, Stupid'.
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United Kingdom:
Billy Wilder is noted for his critical view of the film The Seven Year Itch, calling it a 'nothing picture'.
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Peru:
Billy Wilder was the director of the film 'La tentación vive arriba' featuring Marilyn Monroe.
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Costa Rica:
Billy Wilder was one of the directors who fled to France with Marcel Ophuls.
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Germany:
Billy Wilder won an Oscar in 1946, marking a significant achievement for Austrians in the USA.
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