Franklin J. Schaffner was an American film director known for his significant contributions to cinema. Born in Tokyo on May 30, 1920, he became renowned for directing several iconic films, including 'Planet of the Apes' (1968), 'Patton' (1970), and 'Papillon' (1973). His work earned him numerous awards throughout his career, highlighting his impact on American film. Schaffner's films often featured compelling narratives and strong performances, establishing him as a prominent figure in the industry until his passing in Santa Monica, California, on July 2, 1989.
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Time Zone - Asia/Tokyo (9:0 E)
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Meaning of the name - Franklin
free man, free landowner
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Place of Birth: Tokyo
Place of Death: Santa Monica
Cause of Death: lung cancer
Educated At: J. P. McCaskey High School | Columbia Law School | Franklin & Marshall College | Columbia University
Occupation: trade unionist | director | film director
Employers: Office of Strategic Services
Awards Received: Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series | Academy Award for Best Director | National Board of Review Award for Best Film | Directors Guild of America Award
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Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on May 30, 2024 | Secondary Progressions for May 30, 2024 |
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| Sun | 8 Gemini 23 | 9 Gemini 12 | 18 Virgo 3 |
| Moon | 9 Scorpio 45 | 1 Pisces 24 | 29 Leo 23 |
| Mercury | 13 Gemini 23 | 22 Taurus 5 | 19 Virgo 54 |
| Venus | 28 Taurus 55 | 7 Gemini 43 | 6 Libra 57 |
| Mars | 21 Libra 16 | 22 Aries 29 | 4 Sagittarius 3 |
| Jupiter | 12 Leo 20 | 0 Gemini 58 | 3 Virgo 2 |
| Saturn | 5 Virgo 58 | 18 Pisces 35 | 16 Virgo 2 |
| Uranus | 5 Pisces 35 | 24 Taurus 6 | 3 Pisces 4 |
| Neptune | 9 Leo 11 | 29 Pisces 38 | 12 Leo 36 |
| Pluto | 6 Cancer 33 | 1 Aquarius 55 | 8 Cancer 45 |
| Rahu | 14 Scorpio 25 | 12 Aries 55 | 8 Scorpio 55 |
| Ketu | 14 Taurus 25 | 12 Libra 55 | 8 Taurus 55 |
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