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Abraham Lincoln High School, Brooklyn College
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♒ Aquarius
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English < Proto-Germanic (*frankô)
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Frank Tarloff is known for writing.
Born in Brooklyn, New York, U.S. (died at age 83).
Recipient of the Academy Award for Best Writing, Original Screenplay.
Frank Tarloff has 4 credits in our database.
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Filmography (4)
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Academy Award for Best Writing, Original Screenplay
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1965
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Biography
Frank Tarloff (February 4, 1916 - June 25, 1999) wrote nine episodes of The Andy Griffith Show under the pseudonym of David Adler. He worked under a false name as a result of being blacklisted after his testimony for the House Un-American Activities Committee. He also wrote episodes of the TV series "I Married Joan", "The Real McCoys", "The Donna Reed Show", "The Dick Van Dyke Show" and "The Jeffersons". His film screenplays include Father Goose (for which he won the Academy Award for Best Screenplay) and A Guide for the Married Man.
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How old was Frank Tarloff?
Frank Tarloff was born on and passed away on at the age of 83.
Where was Frank Tarloff born?
Frank Tarloff was born in Brooklyn, New York, U.S..
What movies or shows has Frank Tarloff been in?
Frank Tarloff has 4 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Secret War of Harry Frigg (1968), The Double Man (1967), A Guide for the Married Man (1967), Father Goose (1964).
What is Frank Tarloff known for?
Frank Tarloff is primarily known as a writer. Frank Tarloff (February 4, 1916 - June 25, 1999) wrote nine episodes of The Andy Griffith Show under the pseudonym of David Adler. He worked…
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