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Harold Lloyd

Previous star: Ray Harryhausen

Biography

Harold Clayton Lloyd, Sr. (April 20, 1893 – March 8, 1971) was an American film actor and producer, most famous for his silent comedies.

Fact file

  • Birth name: Harold Clayton Lloyd
  • Born: April 20, 1893 Burchard, Nebraska, United States
  • Died: March 8, 1971 (aged 77) Beverly Hills, California, United States
  • Medium: Motion pictures (silent and sound)
  • Nationality: American
  • Years active: 1913–1963
  • Genres: Slapstick
  • Influences: Charlie Chaplin
  • Influenced: Buster Keaton, Jackie Chan
  • Spouse: Mildred Davis (m. Feb. 10, 1923 – Aug. 18, 1969; her death)
  • Notable works and roles: Safety Last! (1923) The Freshman (1925) The Kid Brother (1927)

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Martin Scorsese Encourages Restoration of 3D Films For Blu-Ray
Hollywood Reporter, 2012-02-02 19:59:00
Carolyn Giardina The filmmaker spoke Wednesday at the International 3D Society's 3D Creative Arts Awards, where he received the Harold Lloyd Award. Winning films included "Hugo" and "Puss In Boots."read more

Intl. 3D Society to honor Scorsese
Variety, 2012-01-24 13:45:11
Peter Caranicas: "Hugo" helmer will receive Harold Lloyd award

James Cameron to receive Harold Lloyd 3D kudo
Variety, 2011-02-01 10:00:00
Weekly: Awards to be held Feb. 9 -- The Intl. 3D Society has named James Cameron the recipient of its inaugural Harold Lloyd kudo.

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