About Rex Wimpy
Lived 1899 – 1972 (aged 73). Rex Wimpy was an American cinematographer.
Rex Wimpy (December 18, 1899 – December 29, 1972) was an American special effects artist and cinematographer. He was nominated for an Oscar for Best Special Effects for the film Air Force.
Selected filmography Stairs of Sand (1929) Pointed Heels (1929) Talent Scout (1937) Air Force (1943) Challenge of the Range (1949) Laramie (1949) Laramie Mountains (1952)
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Who was Rex Wimpy?
Special effects artist, cinematographer
When was Rex Wimpy born?
Rex Wimpy was born on 18 December 1899 in Jonesboro.
When did Rex Wimpy die?
Rex Wimpy died on 29 December 1972 in Los Angeles.
What was Rex Wimpy's occupation?
Rex Wimpy was a cinematographer.
What nationality was Rex Wimpy?
Rex Wimpy was American.
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