Birthday: August 05, 1906

An American film director who told stories about independent and adventurous men struggling for their individuality, John Huston led such a life, himself. His hyper-masculine protagonists seemed to stem from his own youthful pursuits as a boxer, competitive horseman, Calvary officer, and major in the U.S. Army. Married five times and divorced four (fourth wife Ricki Soma died in 1969), his ...more
  • 1987
  • Independent Spirit Awards
  • Best Director
  • The Dead
  • win
  • 1985
  • Golden Globe
  • Best Picture - Musical or Comedy
  • Prizzi's Honor
  • win
  • 1985
  • Venice International Film Festival
  • Special Golden Lion for the Body of Work
  • win


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