Frank Lloyd

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Biography

Frank Lloyd, born on February 2, 1886, in Glasgow, Scotland, was a prominent film director, producer, and screenwriter. With a career spanning over three decades, Lloyd made a significant impact on the Golden Age of Hollywood. His work often showcased a unique blend of storytelling, technical innovation, and visual flair that captivated audiences worldwide.

Starting his career in the early days of silent cinema, Frank Lloyd quickly rose to prominence with his keen eye for detail and ability to bring characters to life on the screen. His directorial style was marked by a sense of grandeur and scale, evident in films like "Cavalcade" and "Mutiny on the Bounty," which both won him Academy Awards for Best Director.

Lloyd's collaborations with some of the biggest stars of his time, such as Clark Gable, Charles Laughton, and Ronald Colman, helped solidify his reputation as a master storyteller. His films often delved into themes of honor, sacrifice, and redemption, resonating with audiences on a deep emotional level.

One of Frank Lloyd's most notable achievements was his versatility as a filmmaker, successfully navigating various genres ranging from historical epics to intimate character dramas. His ability to adapt to different storytelling styles and visual aesthetics set him apart in an era dominated by larger-than-life personalities.

Beyond his work in film, Frank Lloyd was also known for his dedication to his craft and his collaborative spirit on set. He was respected by his peers for his professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to bringing out the best in his actors and crew members.

In addition to his directorial skills, Lloyd was also a talented screenwriter, often contributing to the scripts of his films to ensure that his vision was fully realized on screen. His ability to craft compelling narratives and memorable dialogue added an extra layer of depth to his already visually stunning films.

Throughout his career, Frank Lloyd received numerous accolades and honors for his contributions to the film industry, including multiple Academy Award nominations and wins. His legacy continues to inspire filmmakers and audiences alike, showcasing the timeless quality of his storytelling and the enduring power of his cinematic vision.

Frank Lloyd's impact on Hollywood and the art of filmmaking cannot be overstated. His dedication to his craft, his innovative approach to storytelling, and his ability to connect with audiences on a profound emotional level have left an indelible mark on cinema history. Today, his films stand as a testament to his talent and his enduring legacy as one of the true visionaries of the Golden Age of Hollywood.

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Filmography

Acting

The Abyss

Navigator

1989

A civilian oil rig crew is recruited to conduct a search and rescue effort when a nuclear submarine mysteriously sinks. One diver soon finds himself on a spectacular odyssey 25,000 feet below the ocean's surface where he confronts a mysterious force that has the power to change the world or destroy it.

Be Cool

A&R Guy

2005

Disenchanted with the movie industry, Chili Palmer tries the music industry, meeting and romancing a widow of a music executive along the way.

Abduction

Brighton Beach #2

2011

For many years, Nathan Harper has had the uneasy feeling that life with his family isn't quite what it seems. As he draws closer to uncovering the truth, he is hunted by assassins, forcing him to flee with his neighbor, Karen, the only person he can trust.

Earth to Echo

Bar Patron #3

2014

After a construction project begins digging in their neighbourhood, best friends Tuck, Munch and Alex inexplicably begin to receive strange, encoded messages on their cell phones. Convinced something bigger is going on, they go to their parents and the authorities. The three embark on a secret adventure to crack the code and follow it to its source, and discover a mysterious being from another world who desperately needs their help. The journey that follows will change all their lives forever.

Production

Independence Day

Stunts

1996

Strange phenomena surface around the globe. The skies ignite. Terror races through the world's major cities. As these extraordinary events unfold, it becomes increasingly clear that a force of incredible magnitude has arrived. Its mission: total annihilation over the Fourth of July weekend. The last hope to stop the destruction is an unlikely group of people united by fate and unimaginable circumstances.

There Will Be Blood

Stunts

2007

Ruthless silver miner, turned oil prospector, Daniel Plainview, moves to oil-rich California. Using his son to project a trustworthy, family-man image, Plainview cons local landowners into selling him their valuable properties for a pittance. However, local preacher Eli Sunday suspects Plainview's motives and intentions, starting a slow-burning feud that threatens both their lives.

The Abyss

Stunts

1989

Die Hard 2

Stunts

1990

One year after his heroics in Los Angeles, John McClane is an off-duty cop who is the wrong guy in the wrong place at the wrong time. On a snowy Christmas Eve, as he waits for his wife's plane to land at Washington Dulles International Airport, terrorists take over the air traffic control system in a plot to free a South American army general and drug smuggler being flown into the US to face drug charges. It's now up to McClane to take on the terrorists, while coping with an inept airport police chief, an uncooperative anti-terrorist squad, and the life of his wife and everyone else trapped in planes circling overhead.

Friday the 13th

Utility Stunts

2009

A group of young adults visit a boarded up campsite named Crystal Lake where they soon encounter the mysterious Jason Voorhees and his deadly intentions.

Be Cool

Stunts

2005

Disenchanted with the movie industry, Chili Palmer tries the music industry, meeting and romancing a widow of a music executive along the way.

Kiss Kiss Bang Bang

Stunts

2005

A petty thief posing as an actor is brought to Los Angeles for an unlikely audition and finds himself in the middle of a murder investigation along with his high school dream girl and a detective who's been training him for his upcoming role...

Peppermint

Stunts

2018

A grieving mother transforms herself into a vigilante following the murders of her husband and daughter, eluding the authorities to deliver her own personal brand of justice.

A Nightmare on Elm Street Part 2: Freddy's Revenge

Stunts

1985

Jesse Walsh moves with his family into the home of the lone survivor from a series of attacks by dream-stalking monster, Freddy Krueger. There, he is bedeviled by nightmares and inexplicably violent impulses.

Swordfish

Stunts

2001

Rogue agent Gabriel Shear is determined to get his mitts on $9 billion stashed in a secret Drug Enforcement Administration account. He wants the cash to fight terrorism, but lacks the computer skills necessary to hack into the government mainframe. Enter Stanley Jobson, a n'er-do-well encryption expert who can log into anything.

Brother

Stunts

2000

A Japanese Yakuza gangster's deadly existence in his homeland gets him exiled to Los Angeles, where he is taken in by his little brother and his brother's gang.

Smokin' Aces

Stunt Double

2006

When a Las Vegas performer-turned-snitch named Buddy Israel decides to turn state's evidence and testify against the mob, it seems that a whole lot of people would like to make sure he's no longer breathing.

Set It Off

Stunts

1996

Four inner-city Black women, determined to end their constant struggle, decide to live by one rule — get what you want or die trying. So the four women take back their lives and take out some banks in the process.

Wishmaster 2: Evil Never Dies

Stunts

1999

During a failed art heist, the Djinn is once again liberated. This time, to complete the 1001 wishes that he needs before the final 3, he lets himself go to prison, where he starts his evil reign twisting the hopes of the prisoners. Meanwhile, the woman who set him free accidentally, Morgana, tries to find a way to stop him, aided by a young priest.

You Again

Stunt Double

2010

History -- make that high school -- may repeat itself when Marni learns that Joanna, the mean girl from her past, is set to be her sister-in-law. Before the wedding bells toll, Marni must show her brother that a tiger doesn't change its stripes. On Marni's side is her mother, while Joanna's backed by her wealthy aunt.

Crossing Over

Stunts

2009

Immigrants from around the world enter Los Angeles every day, with hopeful visions of a better life, but little notion of what that life may cost. Their desperate scenarios test the humanity of immigration enforcement officers. In Crossing Over, writer-director Wayne Kramer explores the allure of the American dream, and the reality that immigrants find – and create -- in 21st century L.A.

Critters 2

Stunts

1988

Three bounty hunters from space fly back to the town of Grovers Bend, hoping to save local residents from a new batch of Critter eggs.