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William A. Wellman
William Augustus Wellman was an American film director. Although Wellman began his film career as an actor, he worked on over 80 films, as director, producer and consultant but most often as a director, notable for his work in crime, adventure and action genre films, often focusing on aviation themes, a particular passion. He also directed several well regarded satirical comedies. Wellman directed the 1927 film Wings, which became the first film to win an Academy Award for Best Picture at the 1st Academy Awards ceremony.
12
Films
7.5
Avg Score
Filmography (12)
A Star Is Born
76
Original Story
A Star Is Born
61
Story
Blood Alley
62
Director
A Star Is Born
75
Story
The High and the Mighty
66
Director
Battleground
74
Director
Lady of Burlesque
63
Director
Nothing Sacred
68
Director
A Star Is Born
73
Story
Director
China Seas
69
Second Unit Director
The Public Enemy
76
Director
Wings
75
as Doughboy (uncredited)
Director