David Lewelyn Wark Griffith

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Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • David Lewelyn Wark Griffith: A United States film director and producer, widely recognized as a pioneering figure in cinematic history. He is particularly noted for his innovative use of narrative techniques such as flashbacks and fade-outs.

Examples of Usage

• Proper noun:
  • The film techniques developed by David Lewelyn Wark Griffith influenced generations of filmmakers.
  • We studied the silent films of D.W. Griffith in our cinema history class.

Advanced Usage

• "Griffith's innovations": Refers specifically to the cinematic techniques pioneered by D.W. Griffith.
  • The lecture focused on Griffith's innovations in film editing.

Variants and Related Words

• D.W. Griffith: A common abbreviated form of his name.
  • D.W. Griffith's "The Birth of a Nation" is a historically significant but controversial film.

Synonyms

• Film pioneer: A general term for an early and influential figure in the movie industry.
• Cinematic innovator: Emphasizes the introduction of new techniques in filmmaking.

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Noun

1. United States film maker who was the first to use flashbacks and fade-outs (1875-1948)

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• Griffith
• D. W. Griffith
• David Lewelyn Wark Griffith