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Question: My father and I were chatting about Clint Eastwood's talent for directing actors to Academy Awards, now I'm wondering which director has directed the most actors to Oscar victories. My father is thinking William Wyler. Is he right?

 


Answer: Yes, he is: It's William Wyler. He directed 31 actors and actresses in performances that earned them Academy Award nominations. Bette Davis (Jezebel), Fay Bainter (Jezebel), Greer Garson (Mrs. Min read full article

Curious policeman Brian Cameron (Joseph Cotten) meets Miss Thwaites (Dame May Whitty) and...
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Posted: 12/17/2008
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The Return Of October (Actor - Aunt Martha) 1948 Movie
The Sign Of The Ram (Actor - Clara Brastock) 1948 Movie
Green Dolphin Street (Actor - Mother Superior) 1947 Movie
If Winter Comes (Actor - Mrs. Perch) 1947 Movie
This Time For Keeps (Actor - Grandma) 1947 Movie

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My father and I were chatting ...

Question: My father and I were chatting about Clint Eastwood's talent for directing actors to Academy Awards, now I'm wondering which director has directed the most actors to Oscar victories. My father is thinking William Wyler. Is he right?  Answer: Yes, he is: It's William Wyler. He directed 31 actors and actresses in performances that earned them Academy Award nominations. Bette Davis (Jezebel), Fay Bainter (Jezebel), Greer Garson (Mrs. Min read more

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