The Directors: John Frankenheimer

Profiles Of Today's Most Acclaimed Hollywood Directors

As a filmmaker, John Frankenheimer has had an extraordinary career. Many of his films express his views on important social and philosophical topics, and he's never hesitated to tackle controversial subjects. The films of Frankenheimer reflect the care and integrity in which he creates his projects. His movies are numerous, and include The Manchurian Candidate, Birdman of Alcatraz, Seven Days in May, Grand Prix, Ronin and many more. Some actors and collaborators that have worked with Frankenheimer are interviewed here and include Roy Scheider, Kirk Douglas, Samuel L. Jackson, Ann-Margret, and many more.