William Friedkin

Biography

William Friedkin was a renowned American director, producer, and screenwriter closely tied to the New Hollywood movement of the 1970s. His breakthrough films include The French Connection (1971), which won five Academy Awards, and The Exorcist (1973), a horror classic that earned him an Oscar nomination. He also helmed Sorcerer (1977) and To Live and Die in L.A. (1985), showcasing his versatility as a filmmaker.