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frank capra

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1. Capra, Frank Capranoun

   United States film maker (1897-1991)

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1. frank capra

   Frank Capra was an Italian-American film director, producer, and writer who became famous in the 1930s for his influential films that highlighted uplifting, idealistic themes during the hardships of the Great Depression. Capra is best known for directing films like "It's a Wonderful Life" and "Mr. Smith Goes to Washington". Recipient of several Academy Awards, his works are considered as some of the greatest classics of American cinema. In addition to his creative endeavors, Capra also served in both World Wars in the United States Army where he used his filmmaking talent on documentaries.

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1. Frank Capra

   Frank Robert Capra was a Italian-born American film director. He immigrated to the U.S. when he was six, and eventually became a creative force behind major award-winning films during the 1930s and 1940s. His rags-to-riches story, having worked his way through college, has led film historians like Ian Freer to consider Capra the "American dream personified." Capra became one of America's most powerful directors during the 1930s, winning three Oscars as Best Director. Among his leading films was It Happened One Night, which became the first film to win all five top Oscars, including Best Picture. Other leading films included Mr. Deeds Goes to Town, Lost Horizon, You Can't Take It With You, Mr. Smith Goes to Washington, Meet John Doe, Arsenic and Old Lace, It's a Wonderful Life and State of the Union. Because of his early fame as a director, his name was listed "above the title" of his films when they were publicized. People "flocked to the theaters" during the 1930s and 1940s to see films directed by Frank Capra. After World War II, however, Capra's career declined as his subjects were more out of tune with the mood of audiences. Critics described his films as being "simplistic" or "overly idealistic." However, the public nonetheless loved his films, especially during the Great Depression years, when audiences needed uplifting themes of inspiration. His pictures let viewers witness "a triumph of the individual over corrupt leaders", and experience "inherent qualities of kindness and caring for others." Most of his best works have been revived, and are today considered timeless fables filled with love and respect for the struggles of the common man.

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   The numerical value of frank capra in Chaldean Numerology is: 6

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   The numerical value of frank capra in Pythagorean Numerology is: 8

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