Wolfgang Neff

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Wolfgang Neff
Born(1875-09-08)8 September 1875
Prague, Bohemia, Austria-Hungary (now Czech Republic)
Diedafter November 1936
Other namesMaurice Turner
Mauriuce Turner
OccupationFilm director
Years active1920-1930

Wolfgang Neff (8 September 1875 after November 1936) was an Austrian film director. He directed 50 films between 1920 and 1930. He was born in Prague, Bohemia, Austria-Hungary (now Czech Republic). [1]

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References

  1. "Wolfgang Neff". Film Portal. Retrieved 20 November 2020.