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Oscar C. ApfelAmerican film actor, director, screenwriter and producer.
Date of Birth: 17.01.1878
Country:  USA |
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Oscar Apfel: A Cinematic Legend
Early Life and CareerOscar Apfel, born in Cleveland, Ohio, initially pursued a career in business before transitioning to acting. Debuting on stage in 1900, Apfel quickly rose through the ranks as both an actor and a stage director. After 11 years on Broadway, he joined the Edison Company, where he directed the innovative short film "The Passer-By" in 1912.
Hollywood Pioneer
Apfel later became one of the two core directors at Jesse L. Lasky Feature Play Company, collaborating with Cecil B. DeMille. Together, they laid the foundation for Hollywood's status as a cinematic capital. Legend has it that they settled in Hollywood while filming "The Squaw Man," finding its landscapes and affordability ideal.
Directorial Successes
In the 1920s, Apfel directed films under various companies, including William Fox Corporation, Paralta Company, and World Film Corporation. His socially conscious film "Auction of Souls" in 1919 garnered significant attention and contributed to fundraising efforts. Notable works during this period included "A Man's a Man" and "The Turn of a Card."
Return to Acting and Legacy
Towards the end of his life, Apfel retired from directing and returned to acting. He continued to appear in films until his death in 1938 at the age of 60. Oscar Apfel's legacy includes 167 acting credits and 94 directorial credits, leaving an enduring mark on the film industry.
