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Frank Tuttle (1892-1963) was an American film director known for his work in multiple genres. Born in New York City, he started in the film industry as a screenwriter and assistant director in the early 1910s. Tuttle's notable works include the war epic **A Dawn Patrol** (1930), the romantic drama **Lost Horizon** (1937), the Western **The Virginian** (1929), and the comedy **This Thing Called Love** (1929). Despite critical acclaim for his films, Tuttle never received an Academy Award nomination. Nonetheless, he is remembered for his ability to handle diverse genres and create visually stunning and emotionally engaging films that left a lasting impact on the cinematic landscape.