david lewelyn wark griffith

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Noun david lewelyn wark griffith has 1 sense

Griffith, D. W. Griffith, David Lewelyn Wark Griffith - United States film maker who was the first to use flashbacks and fade-outs (1875-1948)
--₁ is a kind of film maker, filmmaker, film producer, movie maker

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David Lewelyn Wark Griffith

Definition:

David Lewelyn Wark Griffith (1875-1948) was an American film director, writer, and producer who pioneered modern cinematic techniques. He is best known for his epic silent film "The Birth of a Nation" (1915), which established many conventions of filmmaking, and for being one of the founders of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

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Noun: David Lewelyn Wark Griffith
Proper noun: Griffith

Senses:

The renowned American film director, writer, and producer.

Usages:

1. As a noun:

"Have you seen the latest movie by David Lewelyn Wark Griffith?"

2. As a proper noun:

"Griffith received numerous awards for his contributions to the film industry."

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