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Sam Peckinpah

director
Born: 2/21/1925
Birthplace: Fresno, California

Director known for his violent films that depicted men pushed to their limits. His movies include The Wild Bunch (1969) and Straw Dogs (1971).

Died: 12/28/1984

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