Acting
Sam Jaffe
Born March 10, 1891 · New York City, New York, U.S.
Died March 24, 1984 · aged 93
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Sam Jaffe (March 10, 1891 – March 24, 1984) was an American actor, teacher, musician and engineer. In 1951, he was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in The Asphalt Jungle (1950) and appeared in other classic films such as Ben-Hur (1959) and The Day the Earth Stood Still (1951). He may be best remembered for playi…
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Ben-Hur · 1959Ben-Hur
★ 7.91959
MovieHistoryDrama
In ancient Judea, a Jewish aristocrat opposing Roman occupation of his homeland reunites with his childhood friend, now a Roman commander — setting in motion a saga of betrayal, adventure, tragedy, revenge, and faith.
Bedknobs and Broomsticks · 1971Bedknobs and Broomsticks
★ 7.01971
MovieFamilyAnimation
Three children evacuated from London during World War II are forced to stay with an eccentric spinster. The children's initial fears disappear when they find out she is in fact a trainee witch.
The Asphalt Jungle · 1950The Asphalt Jungle
★ 7.51950
MovieCrimeDrama
Recently paroled from prison, legendary burglar "Doc" Riedenschneider, with funding from Alonzo Emmerich, a crooked lawyer, gathers a small group of veteran criminals together in the Midwest for a big jewel heist.
The Day the Earth Stood Still · 1951The Day the Earth Stood Still
★ 7.41951
MovieScience FictionThriller
An alien and a robot land on Earth after World War II and tell mankind to be peaceful or face destruction.
Battle Beyond the Stars · 1980Battle Beyond the Stars
★ 5.41980
MovieScience FictionAction
A young farmer assembles a band of diverse mercenaries to defend his peaceful planet from an evil tyrant.
Gentleman's Agreement · 1947Gentleman's Agreement
★ 7.01947
MovieDrama
A magazine writer poses as a Jew to expose anti-Semitism.
Guns for San Sebastian · 1967Guns for San Sebastian
★ 7.01967
MovieWestern
Leon Alastray is an outlaw who has been given sanctuary by Father John, whom he then escorts to the village of San Sebastian. The village is deserted, with its cowardly residents hiding in the hills from Indians, who regularly attack the village and steal all their supplies. When Father John is murdered, the villagers mistakenly think the outlaw is the priest. Alastray at first tells them he is not a priest, but they don't believe it, and an apparent miracle seems to prove they are correct. Eventually, he assists them in regaining their confidence and defending themselves.
Stage Door Canteen · 1943Stage Door Canteen
★ 6.31943
MovieComedyRomance
A young soldier on a pass in New York City visits the famed Stage Door Canteen, where famous stars of theatre and film appear and host a recreational center for servicemen during the war. The soldier meets a pretty young hostess and they enjoy the many entertainers and a growing romance.
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Gentleman's Agreement · 1947Gentleman's Agreement
★ 7.01947
MovieDrama
A magazine writer poses as a Jew to expose anti-Semitism.
Professor Fred Lieberman
Mooch Goes to Hollywood · 1971Mooch Goes to Hollywood
★ 4.81971
MovieComedyFamily
A dog tries to become a canine star with the help of Zsa Zsa Gabor.
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