The Directors: William Friedkin

Profiles Of Today's Most Acclaimed Hollywood Directors

William Friedkin has directed seventeen feature films, all of which have inspired audiences in one way or another. Friedkin has never been one to shy away from controversial material as evidenced by films such as The Exorcist, The French Connection, Cruising, Jade, Blue Chips and Rules of Engagement. Actors and collaborators that reminisce about working with this Academy Award winning director include David Caruso, Michael Biehn, Linda Fiorentino and Chazz Palminteri.