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 "New Hollywood" movement of the 1970s.

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 the ...

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 (atmospherically created on an RKO backlot). The catalyst for the plot is a black leopard that escapes during a foolish publicity stunt.

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 quickly anointed one ...

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 top of 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 continue?

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 Friedkin, 1971 ...

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 quickly anointed one of Hollywood’s top directors when he was only in …

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 life and career.

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, grossing $75 million ...