William David Friedkin (/ ˈ f r iː d k ɪ n /; August 29, 1935 – August 7, 2023) was an American film, television and opera director, producer, and screenwriter who was closely identified with the …

Aug 7, 2023 · William Friedkin, the Oscar winning director who became a top filmmaker in his 30s with the gripping “The French Connection” and the horrifying “The Exorcist” and struggled in …

Oct 29, 2014 · childish ploy or a frightening reality? The Leopard Man, though, is more than a one-tricky pony. It's a fascinating suspense film set in a small New Mexico town …

Aug 8, 2023 · LOS ANGELES (AP) — William Friedkin, the generation-defining director who brought a visceral realism to 1970s hits “The French Connection” and “The Exorcist” and was …

Nov 19, 1989 · In 1973, William Friedkin, “The Exorcist’s” 34-year-old director who had already scored an Oscar for his direction of “The French Connection” two years earlier, stood at the …

Mar 18, 2020 · “It looks about as much like New Mexico as Queens does.” “What will happen to Raoul? What will happen to Kiki and Jerry? Will they remain together? Will their careers …

Legendary Hollywood actor Gene Hackman has been found dead in his Santa Fe, New Mexico home alongside his wife and and their dog, according to reports. ... directed by William …

Aug 8, 2023 · LOS ANGELES (AP) — William Friedkin, the generation-defining director who brought a visceral realism to 1970s hits “The French Connection” and “The Exorcist” and was …

Aug 7, 2023 · Oscar-winning director William Friedkin, best known for “The Exorcist,” died at 87 years old, according to his family. NBC News’ Anne Thompson reflects on his extraordinary …

Nov 11, 2021 · Director William Friedkin's game-changing crime thriller The French Connection landed in theaters 50 years ago. Not only did it become a colossal hit at the box office, …