About Harry Cordwell
Lived 1922 – 1995 (aged 72–73). Harry Cordwell was an American set decorator, production designer and property master.
Harry Cordwell (1922–1995) was a British set decorator. He was nominated for two Academy Awards in the category Best Art Direction.
Selected filmography Cordwell was nominated for two Academy Awards for Best Art Direction: Victor/Victoria (1982) Empire of the Sun (1987)
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Who was Harry Cordwell?
American set decorator (1922–1995)
When was Harry Cordwell born?
Harry Cordwell was born in 1922 in Barton upon Irwell.
When did Harry Cordwell die?
Harry Cordwell died on 6 January 1995 in London Borough of Camden.
What was Harry Cordwell's occupation?
Harry Cordwell was a set decorator, production designer and property master.
What nationality was Harry Cordwell?
Harry Cordwell was American.
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