About Walter Holscher
Lived 1901 – 1973 (aged 72). Walter Holscher was an American art director and production designer.
Walter Holscher (January 23, 1901 – August 7, 1973) was a German-born American art director. He was nominated for two Academy Awards in the category Best Art Direction.
Selected filmography Louisiana Hayride (1944) Rough, Tough and Ready (1945) The Woman from Tangier (1948) Thunderhoof (1948) The Wild One (1953) Reprisal! (1956)
Awards Holscher was nominated for two Academy Awards for Best Art Direction: Address Unknown (1944) Pal Joey (1957)
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Who was Walter Holscher?
American art director (1901-1973)
When was Walter Holscher born?
Walter Holscher was born on 23 January 1901 in Hamburg.
When did Walter Holscher die?
Walter Holscher died on 7 August 1973 in Los Angeles.
What was Walter Holscher's occupation?
Walter Holscher was an art director and production designer.
What nationality was Walter Holscher?
Walter Holscher was American.
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