- Date of Birth: 19 February, 1930
- Place of Birth: Malba, Queens, New York City, New York, USA
- Biography: John Michael Frankenheimer (February 19, 1930 – July 6, 2002) was an American filmmaker. He is known for making The Manchurian Candidate (1962), Birdman of Alcatraz (also 1962), The Train, (1964) and Seven Days in May (also 1964).
Filmography
- Exorcist: The Beginning (2004)
- Path to War (2002)
- Ambush (2001)
- Reindeer Games (2000)
- The General's Daughter (1999)
- Ronin (1998)
- George Wallace (1997)
- The Island of Dr. Moreau (1996)
- Andersonville (1996)
- The Burning Season (1994)
- Against the Wall (1994)
- Year of the Gun (1991)
News
Films of 1962: A Look at a Different Year
nytimes.com –
2009-10-24
To the Editor: Re "Films of '62: When Eras Collided" by A. O. Scott [Oct. 18]: I very much enjoyed Mr. Scott's reflection on some of the pivotal films of 1962, and his perceptive comment that "an old way of... ... Full Article
The Onion's Nathan Rabin
time.com –
2009-07-13
Those familiar with "The Manchurian Candidate" only from the 1962 and 2004 films may be surprised to learn that Richard Condon's 1959 novel has plenty of mordant humor. ... Full Article
RONIN
urbancinefile.com.au –
2009-01-26
COLD WARRIORS MAKE YOU THINK It's called Ronin, it has a star studded cast - and it is unusual. . . an action film that questions ethics and evaluates honour. ... Full Article
We have an exclusive special feature clip from the upcoming George Wallace two-disc set, which hits the shelves on DVD on January 20.Click below to watch a clip from the special features of this award-winning mini-series. ... Full Article


The Hire Ep.01 - Ambush - John Frankenheimer
The Hire 01 - Ambush - John Frankenheimer
Director John Frankenheimer speaks the TRUTH !
The Train - John Frankenheimer, Burt Lancaster