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Orson Welles

1955: Mr. Arkadin (also known as Confidential Report)

  • Synopsis: A complex plot involving a wealthy and mysterious man, Mr. Arkadin, who hires an American smuggler to investigate his past. The film is known for its nonlinear narrative and globe-trotting locations.
     

1958: Touch of Evil

  • Synopsis: Set in a corrupt border town, this film noir explores themes of justice and corruption. Famous for its long opening tracking shot, the film stars Welles as a corrupt police captain and Charlton Heston as a Mexican narcotics officer.
     

1962: The Trial

  • Synopsis: Based on Franz Kafka's novel, this film follows the story of Joseph K., who is arrested and prosecuted by a remote, inaccessible authority. The film's theme revolves around the helplessness and terrifying surrealism of bureaucracy.
     

1965: Chimes at Midnight (also known as Falstaff)

  • Synopsis: Combining several Shakespeare plays, this film focuses on the character Sir John Falstaff and his relationship with Prince Hal. It's celebrated for its bat
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    Orson Welles

    American filmmaker (1915–1985)

    Orson Welles

    March 1937 portrait

    Born

    George Orson Welles


    (1915-05-06)May 6, 1915

    Kenosha, Wisconsin, U.S.

    DiedOctober 10, 1985(1985-10-10) (aged 70)

    Los Angeles, California, U.S.

    Resting placeRonda, Andalusia, Spain
    Occupations
    • Director
    • actor
    • writer
    • producer
    Years active1931–1985
    Notable work
    Spouses

    Virginia Nicolson

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    (m. 1934; div. 1940)​

    Rita Hayworth

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    (m. 1943; div. 1947)​

    Paola Mori

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    (m. 1955)​
    Partners
    Children3, including Beatrice

    George Orson Welles (May 6, 1915 – October 10, 1985) was an American director, actor, writer, and producer who is remembered for his innovative work in film, radio, and theatre.[1][2] He is considered to be among the greatest and most influential filmmakers of all time.[3]

    At age 21, Welles was directing high-profile stage productions f

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    Welles, Orson

    Biography

    American actor, director, producer and writer who presented his sensational drama, "War Of The Worlds," by radio on 31 October 938. The presentation of the show was so convincing that some people around the country thought that aliens had truly invaded, creating a public panic. A brilliant talent, Welles appeared in many films, including "Citizen Kane," 1941, a film which earned him a best-actor Oscar nomination. His other films included "Long Hot Summer," 1958 and "The Trial," 1963. He also did guest shots on many TV shows.

    Welles story is that of a stunningly brilliant and sudden rise followed by a long, slow decline. He could read by the age of three and weighed 80 lbs. and was 4' 6" by the time he was six. He was proficient at a number of magic tricks by age seven, and also read Shakespeare, wrote poetry and painted. At 10, he was lecturing at his local high school and age 15 when his dad died, about the same time that his older brother was institutionalized as schizophrenic. He made his pro acting debut at 16, acting in "Jew Suss" at Dublin's G

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