David Burton
Russian-born American film director of the 1930s
About David Burton
Lived 1877 – 1963 (aged 86). David Burton was an American and Russian film director, theatre director and director.
David Burton (1877–1963) was a Russian-born American film director of the 1930s and early 1940s. He had previously worked as a theater director. His films include Let's Fall in Love and The Melody Lingers On (1935).
Selected filmography The Bishop Murder Case (1930) Free and Easy (1930) Strictly Unconventional (1930) Fighting Caravans (1931) Dancers in the Dark (1932) Brief Moment (1933) The Romantic Age (1934) Princess O'Hara (1935) The Melody Lingers On (1935) The Man Who Wouldn't Talk (1940) Manhattan Heartbeat (1940)
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Frequently asked questions
Who was David Burton?
Russian-born American film director of the 1930s
When was David Burton born?
David Burton was born on 22 May 1877 in Odesa.
When did David Burton die?
David Burton died on 30 December 1963 in New York City.
What was David Burton's occupation?
David Burton was a film director, theatre director and director.
What nationality was David Burton?
David Burton was American and Russian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: David Burton (director)
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