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Nathan Juran
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Naftuli "Nathan" Hertz Juran (September 1, 1907 - October 23, 2002) was an American film art director and film director who is most noted for winning the Academy Award for Best Art Direction for How Green Was My Valley and for directing science fiction and fantasy films such as Attack of the 50 Foot Woman. He was also the brother of quality guru Joseph M. Juran.
Nathan Juran filmography
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Who is Nathan Juran?+
Nathan Juran was a Romanian-born American filmmaker who began his career as an Academy Award-winning art director before becoming a prolific director of mid-century science fiction and fantasy films.
What is Nathan Juran known for?+
He is widely recognized for his frequent collaborations with special effects pioneer Ray Harryhausen on iconic fantasy films including The 7th Voyage of Sinbad and First Men in the Moon.
What kind of work does Nathan Juran make?+
His work spans a transition from prestige art direction for dramas to a distinct portfolio of low-budget, high-concept genre films involving creature features, space exploration, and fantasy adventures.
