About Robert R. Benton
Lived 1924 – 2003 (aged 79). Robert R. Benton was an American production designer and set decorator.
Robert R. Benton (April 10, 1924 – December 7, 2003) was an American set decorator. He was nominated for four Academy Awards in the category Best Art Direction.
Selected filmography Benton was nominated for four Academy Awards for Best Art Direction: The Oscar (1966; co-nominated with Hal Pereira, Arthur Lonergan and James W. Payne) The Slender Thread (1965; co-nominated with Hal Pereira, Jack Poplin and Joseph Kish) The Americanization of Emily (1964; co-nominated with George Davis, Hans Peter, Elliot Scott and Henry Grace) Hud (1963; co-nominated with Hal Pereira, Tambi Larsen and Samuel M. Comer)
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Who was Robert R. Benton?
set decorator (1924-2003)
When was Robert R. Benton born?
Robert R. Benton was born on 10 April 1924 in Los Angeles.
When did Robert R. Benton die?
Robert R. Benton died on 7 December 2003 in Santa Barbara.
What was Robert R. Benton's occupation?
Robert R. Benton was a production designer and set decorator.
What nationality was Robert R. Benton?
Robert R. Benton was American.
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