Douglas Sirk

Born: 1897-04-26

Birthplace: Hamburg, Germany

Biography

Douglas Sirk (born Hans Detlef Sierck; April 26, 1897 – January 14, 1987) was a German film director best known for his work in Hollywood melodramas in the 1950s.

Known For

Imitation of Life
Summer Storm
Written on the Wind
All That Heaven Allows
Shockproof
Has Anybody Seen My Gal?
Interlude
To New Shores
Lured
Battle Hymn

Top Movie Credits

Shockproof Director
Interlude Director
Lured Director
Battle Hymn Director