DW Griffith
D.W. Griffith was a pioneering American filmmaker whose innovations in narrative and cinematic techniques laid the groundwork for modern filmmaking. He is perhaps best known for his controversial epic 'The Birth of a Nation,' which, despite its technical achievements, sparked significant debate for its portrayal of race and its glorification of the Ku Klux Klan. Griffith's work has been both celebrated for its artistic contributions and criticized for its moral implications, making him a complex figure in film history.
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DW Griffith was taught as an important figure in film history during Longworth's education.
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