Willy Forst


Director

About

Also Known As
Wilhelm Anton Fross, Wilhelm Frohs
Birth Place
Austria
Born
April 07, 1903
Died
August 12, 1980
Cause of Death
Complications From Abdominal Surgery

Biography

Accomplished craftsman who concocted numerous light romances, including "Maskerade" (1934) and "Bel Ami" (1939), noted for their beautifully composed tracking shots and outstanding ensemble performances. Forst also appeared in a number of films, primarily musicals, between 1920 and 1954....

Biography

Accomplished craftsman who concocted numerous light romances, including "Maskerade" (1934) and "Bel Ami" (1939), noted for their beautifully composed tracking shots and outstanding ensemble performances. Forst also appeared in a number of films, primarily musicals, between 1920 and 1954.

Life Events

1920

Film actor

1933

Film director

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