About Robert Odell
Lived 1896 – 1984 (aged 87). Robert Odell was an American art director and production designer.
Robert Odell (May 4, 1896 – February 20, 1984) was an American art director. He was nominated an Academy Award in the category Best Art Direction for the film Beau Geste.
Selected filmography Beau Geste (1939)
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Who was Robert Odell?
art director (1896-1984)
When was Robert Odell born?
Robert Odell was born on 4 May 1896 in Los Angeles.
When did Robert Odell die?
Robert Odell died on 20 February 1984 in Los Angeles.
What was Robert Odell's occupation?
Robert Odell was an art director and production designer.
What nationality was Robert Odell?
Robert Odell was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Robert Odell. https://biography.guide/robert-odell/
MLA: "Robert Odell." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/robert-odell/.
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