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Director
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Chris Hegedus
Education
Salisbury School, Yale University
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♋ Cancer
Chinese Zodiac
牛 Ox
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D. A. Pennebaker is known for directing.
Born in Evanston, Illinois, USA (died at age 94).
2 awards including Academy Honorary Award.
D. A. Pennebaker has 23 credits in our database.
Studied at Array.
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Filmography (23)
AWARDS (3)
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Academy Honorary Award
2013
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Academy Awards
Academy Honorary Award
2013
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Guggenheim Fellowship
1980
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Biography
Donn Alan Pennebaker (July 15, 1925 – August 1, 2019) was an American documentary filmmaker.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was D. A. Pennebaker?
D. A. Pennebaker was born on and passed away on at the age of 94.
Where was D. A. Pennebaker born?
D. A. Pennebaker was born in Evanston, Illinois, USA.
What movies or shows has D. A. Pennebaker been in?
D. A. Pennebaker has 23 credits in our database. Notable titles include Unlocking the Cage (2016), Saint Misbehavin': The Wavy Gravy Movie (2010), Kings of Pastry (2009), 65 Revisited (2007), No Direction Home (2005).
What is D. A. Pennebaker known for?
D. A. Pennebaker is primarily known as a director. Donn Alan Pennebaker (July 15, 1925 – August 1, 2019) was an American documentary filmmaker.
Where can I find more information about D. A. Pennebaker?
You can find more about D. A. Pennebaker on IMDB, TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
