Frank Capra
Frank Capra (1897–1991) was an Italian-American director, producer, and writer, one of the most popular and influential figures of the Hollywood studio era. Born in Sicily and emigrated to California as a child, he came up directing short comedies for Hal Roach and Mack Sennett before establishing himself at Columbia Pictures as one of the studio's most reliable directors. He won the Academy Award for Best Director three times. His acclaimed films include It Happened One Night, Mr. Deeds Goes to Town, Lost Horizon, You Can't Take It with You, Mr. Smith Goes to Washington, Meet John Doe, Arsenic and Old Lace, It's a Wonderful Life, and State of the Union.