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John Cassavetes
December 9, 1929 – February 3, 1989
Greek-American actor, film director, and screenwriter (1929–1989)
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John Nicholas Cassavetes was an American filmmaker and actor. He began as an actor in film and television before helping to pioneer modern American independent cinema as a writer and director, often self-financing, producing, and distributing his own films. He received nominations for three Academy Awards, two BAFTA Awards, four Golden Globe Awards, and an Emmy Award.
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- Birthday · December 9
- Anniversary · February 3
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