Richard D. Maurice
Richard D. Maurice | |
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Richard D. Maurice in a scene from the film Eleven P.M. | |
| Born | June 14, 1893 |
| Died | February 5, 1955 (aged 61) |
| Occupation(s) | Film director, union organizer |
| Notable work | Eleven P.M. |
| Spouse | Vivian Irene "Birdie I." Madison |
| Children | Richard D. Maurice, Jr. (b. 1916) Wanda Irene Maurice (b. 1923) |
Richard D. Maurice (June 14, 1893 – February 5, 1955) was a pioneering filmmaker during the silent era. Later, he became involved in labor organizing and helped found the Dining Car and Railroad Food Workers union. He was of African descent.