Director

Vincent J. Donehue

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Directed movies: 10Directed series: 4All crew credits: 14

TMDB ID: 217729

Known for: Directing

Born: September 22, 1915

Died: January 17, 1966

Age: 50

Place of birth: Whitehall, New York

Gender: Male

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Career span: 1948 - 1961

Years active: 14

Average TMDB rating: 6.67

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Biography

Vincent J. Donehue was an American director celebrated for his contributions to theater, film, and television. Born in Whitehall, New York, he served in the Army Air Force during World War II before pursuing a career in the arts. Donehue directed several notable Broadway productions, including The Trip to Bountiful (1953) and The Sound of Music (1959), earning a Tony Award for Best Direction for Sunrise at Campobello (1958). He also directed the film adaptation of Sunrise at Campobello (1960), which garnered critical acclaim. Donehue's work was characterized by his ability to elicit powerful performances and his dedication to storytelling across multiple mediums.

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