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Charles VidorAmerican film director of Hungarian origin.
Date of Birth: 27.07.1900
Country:  USA |
Content:
- Early Life and War Service
- Entry into Filmmaking
- Rise to Prominence
- Post-War Success
- Later Career and Legacy
- Personal Life
- Selected Filmography
Early Life and War Service
Charles (born Károly) Vidor was born in Budapest, Hungary, into a Jewish family. During World War I, he served in the Austro-Hungarian army.
Entry into Filmmaking
Inspired by the advent of sound filmmaking in the late 1920s, Vidor embarked on a directing career. His notable early work includes "The Mask of Fu Manchu" (1932).
Rise to Prominence
Vidor's career reached its peak in the 1940s with classic films such as "The Lady Takes a Sailor" (1940), "Cover Girl" (1944), and "Gilda" (1946). These films showcased his flair for both romantic and action-packed storytelling.
Post-War Success
Following World War II, Vidor continued to helm successful films, including "The Swan" (1956) and "A Farewell to Arms" (1957). His work earned him accolades, including a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame at 6676 Hollywood Boulevard.
Later Career and Legacy
In his later years, Vidor directed films such as "Hansel and Gretel" (1954), "Rhapsody" (1954), and "The Joker" (1957). He also served as a jury member at the Cannes Film Festival in 1958. Vidor died in Vienna of a heart attack, leaving behind a cinematic legacy marked by memorable performances, stylish visuals, and emotionally charged storytelling.
Personal Life
Vidor was married four times: to Doris Warner Frances, Karen Morley, Evelyn Keyes, and Elizabeth Killigrew.
Selected Filmography
The Mask of Fu Manchu (1932)The Lady Takes a Sailor (1940)
Cover Girl (1944)
Gilda (1946)
The Swan (1956)
A Farewell to Arms (1957)
