David W. Griffith

D. W. Griffith

D. W. Griffith — American filmmaker (1875–1948)

David Wark Griffith was an American film director. Considered one of the most influential figures in the history of the motion picture, he pioneered many aspects of film editing and expanded the art of the narrative film.

Filmography in the catalog

Credited on 4 films (1915–1921) — matched by name in the Creator or Credits field. Also mentioned in 3 other records (descriptions, transcriptions, copyright notes).

Year ▼ Title CreatorLengthFormatColorSound
1921 ORPHANS OF THE STORM. David W. Griffith 12 reels B&W
1920 THE IDOL DANCER. David W. Griffith 7 reels
1918 HEARTS OF THE WORLD. David W. Griffith 13 reels B&W
1915 THE BIRTH OF THE NATION; or, THE CLANSMAN. David W. Griffith Corp. 12 reels B&W silent