John Sturges
John Sturges was a filmmaker whose works often blended commercial success with artistic aspirations. He is most known for his work in the Western and action movie genres of the 1950s and 1960s. Born in Michigan in 1910, Sturges began his career as a film editor in the 1930s, but it wasn't until the 1950s that he made a name for himself as a director. Some of his best known films include Bad Day at Black Rock (1955), The Magnificent Seven (1960), and The Great Escape (1963). He passed away in 1992, leaving behind a legacy of exciting, memorable films that have stood the test of time. A number of his films throughout his career are available to stream online for free and we've featured them here.