Louis D. Lighton

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Louis D. Lighton

Born November 25, 1895 · Florence, Nebraska, USA

Died February 1, 1963 · aged 67

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Louis D. Lighton (November 25, 1895 – February 1, 1963) was an American screenwriter and producer. He wrote for 40 films between 1920 and 1927. He also produced 30 films between 1928 and 1951. He was born in Omaha, Nebraska and died in Palma de Mallorca, Spain. He was married to fellow screenwriter Hope Loring.

Known For

Test PilotTest Pilot · 1938
Test Pilot
★ 6.11938
MovieDramaRomance
Jim is a test pilot. His wife Ann and best friend Gunner try their best to keep him sober. But the life of a test pilot is anything but safe.
WingsWings · 1927
Wings
★ 7.21927
MovieDramaAction
Two young men, one rich, one middle class, both in love with the same woman, become US Air Corps fighter pilots and, eventually, heroic flying aces during World War I. Devoted best friends, their mutual love of the girl eventually threatens their bond. Meanwhile, a hometown girl who's the lovestruck lifelong next door neighbor of one of them pines away.
Anna and the King of SiamAnna and the King of Siam · 1946
Anna and the King of Siam
★ 6.21946
MovieDramaRomance
In 1862, a young Englishwoman becomes royal tutor in Siam and befriends the King.
No Highway in the SkyNo Highway in the Sky · 1951
No Highway in the Sky
★ 7.01951
MovieDramaThriller
James Stewart plays aeronautical engineer Theodore Honey, the quintessential absent-minded professor: eccentric, forgetful, but brilliant. His studies show that the aircraft being manufactured by his employer has a subtle but deadly design flaw that manifests itself only after the aircraft has flown a certain number of hours. En route to a crash site to prove his theory, Honey discovers that he is aboard a plane rapidly approaching his predicted deadline.
A Bell for AdanoA Bell for Adano · 1945
A Bell for Adano
★ 6.01945
MovieWarDrama
Major Joppolo and his men are assigned to restore order to the war-torn Italian town of Adano. He has to manage getting supplies into town without interfering with troop movements, all the while dealing with colorful citizens of the town. One of his quests is to replace the bell which orders the town's life.
Down to the Sea in ShipsDown to the Sea in Ships · 1949
Down to the Sea in Ships
★ 7.21949
MovieDramaAdventure
During a whaling expedition in the late 1800's, the aging Captain Bering Joy (Lionel Barrymore) and his new first mate, Dan Lunceford (Richard Widmark) engage in a battle of wills concerning the education of the captain's struggling grandson.
A Tree Grows in BrooklynA Tree Grows in Brooklyn · 1945
A Tree Grows in Brooklyn
★ 7.51945
MovieDrama
In Brooklyn circa 1900, the Nolans manage to enjoy life on pennies despite great poverty and Papa's alcoholism. We come to know these people well through big and little troubles: Aunt Sissy's scandalous succession of "husbands"; the removal of the one tree visible from their tenement; and young Francie's desire to transfer to a better school...if irresponsible Papa can get his act together.
The Black RoseThe Black Rose · 1950
The Black Rose
★ 6.51950
MovieWarAdventure
In the 13th century, Walter of Gurnie, a disinherited Saxon youth, is forced to flee England. With his friend, Tristram, he falls in with the army of the fierce but avuncular General Bayan, and journeys all the way to China, where both men become involved in intrigues in the court of Kublai Khan.

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This WomanThis Woman · 1924
This Woman
★ 9.01924
MovieDrama
Facing poverty, Carol Drayton is prevented from suicide by Rose, a woman of the streets, who buys Carol a meal in a cafe of questionable reputation. The cafe is raided, and Carol is arrested and jailed on the false testimony of wealthy Gordon Duane. When she is released, Carol is again penniless until intoxicated Bobby Bleeker pays her to sing beneath the window of his sweetheart, Aline Sturdevant, where she is discovered by Stratini, a famous impresario. While studying with Stratini, Carol is blackmailed by the butler. Whitney Duane (Gordon's brother) falls in love with her but doubts her because of the gossip, and Carol incurs Aline's wrath by borrowing money from Bobby for Rose. Carol finally realizes her love for Stratini, who has remained loyal to her, and they are married.

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