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Who is called modern movie master?

Griffith.

David Griffith, born in Kentucky, is an American director, screenwriter, producer, actor and artistic director. He is known as "the father of American movies", an outstanding innovator in the history of movies, and a pioneer who made great contributions to the development of early movies. His most glorious days were the silent film period in the 1920s.

Griffith also likes to use depth-of-field lenses, and his photos are particularly rich in details in the depth direction. Griffith is not afraid to let the actors walk from a distance, or even walk in front of the camera, and he does not hesitate to let the actors slowly move away from the camera.

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Griffith also used a wide range of materials in the film theme during the period of Biographical Literature. He filmed a wide range of content, except the last-minute rescue of the drama that made him famous, as well as comedies, dramas and so on. Griffith also began to boldly touch on social issues, thinking that serious social themes can enhance the artistic status of movies.