Biographical Overview & Key Facts

Subject:

Robert J. Flaherty

Role / Field:

Pioneering American documentary filmmaker, considered the father of ethnographic film.

Born:

1884-02-16

Died:

1951-07-23

Century / Era:

1884s Historical Era

Database Source:

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Origins & Early Journey

Innovation & Iconic Era

Legacy & Impact

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