Eleanore Griffin
- Biography
- Though she penned and co-penned scripts for over 30 years, Eleanore Griffin is best remembered for having co-written the heartwarming script to Boystown (1938), the true story of a forward-thinking priest who launches a reformatory for troubled boys.
- Read Full Biography
- Died
- July 26, 1995
Awards
Academy Awards
| Year | Result | Award | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1939 | Won | Oscar | Best Original Story Boys Town |
| 1939 | Nominated | Oscar | Best Screenplay Boys Town |
Films
Netflix - Try for Free
Instantly watch TV episodes and movies via the Internet on your computer or TV. 1 month FREE!
Watch Free Movies Online Free
SlashControl
Couch potatoes, rejoice! Choose from a library of 1000s of free movies and watch them online, anytime -- all at the brand-new SlashControl.
Watch Free Movies and TV Shows Online
Plus, check out:
Most Popular Articles
-
'Star Wars' Anniversary: Posters From All The Episodes (PHOTOS)
Like122
-
'Cosmopolis' Premiere: Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart On The Red Carpert
Like
26
-
The Most Awkward 'Star Wars' Clip Ever
Like
65
-
Best Movie Art Ever (This Week): Wes Anderson Edition
Like
7
-
'Breaking Dawn, Part 2' Character Posters Revealed
Like
235
-
What The Critics Are Saying About 'MIB 3'
Like
22
-
Will Smith's Strangest Moments
Like
9
-
'Transformers 3' Extra Receives $18 Million Settlement For Injury
Like
83
-
Where Is The Playground From 'E.T.'?
Like
37
-
'Men in Black 3': Pros and Cons
Like
55
-
The Song Will Smith Would Perform For Aliens
Like
6
-
CIA Grants Filmmakers Secret Access For bin Laden Film
Like
0
'Star Wars' Anniversary: Posters From All The Episodes (PHOTOS)
'Cosmopolis' Premiere: Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart On The Red Carpert
The Most Awkward 'Star Wars' Clip Ever
Best Movie Art Ever (This Week): Wes Anderson Edition
'Breaking Dawn, Part 2' Character Posters Revealed
What The Critics Are Saying About 'MIB 3'
Will Smith's Strangest Moments
'Transformers 3' Extra Receives $18 Million Settlement For Injury
Where Is The Playground From 'E.T.'?
'Men in Black 3': Pros and Cons
The Song Will Smith Would Perform For Aliens
CIA Grants Filmmakers Secret Access For bin Laden Film
.id(10).key("ao1qY7AaoRF6Lm9q").title("Get Moviefone for iPhone").message("Moviefone for iPhone").overlay("#CC0000").linkColor("#CC0000").border("5px solid #CC0000").iconUrl("http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.moviefone.com/media/s2c-app-moviefone.gif").linkUrl("http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/moviefone-movies-theaters/id307840047?mt=8").emailHint().department("S2CW: www.moviefone.com: Moviefone for iPhone").sendColorDark("#660000").sendColorLight("#CC0000").disclaimer("Message and data rates may apply. By clicking Send, you represent that you are the account holder for the number you provided (or have the account holder`s permission to receive a text message) and agree that the AOL Terms and Privacy Policy apply. Send <b>HELP</b> to 73456 or click Help below for more info. To stop messages to your phone anytime, send <b>STOP</b> to 73456").helpUrl("http://aoltxt.com/FAQ").help("Terms").show();){kind=link}
.key("ao1qY7AaoRF6Lm9q").title("Get Moviefone for Android").message("Moviefone for Android").overlay("#CC0000").linkColor("#CC0000").border("5px solid #CC0000").iconUrl("http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.moviefone.com/media/s2c-app-moviefone.gif").linkUrl("http://market.android.com/details?id=com.aol.mobile.moviefone").emailHint().department("S2CW: www.moviefone.com: Moviefone for Android").sendColorDark("#660000").sendColorLight("#CC0000").disclaimer("Message and data rates may apply. By clicking Send, you represent that you are the account holder for the number you provided (or have the account holder`s permission to receive a text message) and agree that the AOL Terms and Privacy Policy apply. Send <b>HELP</b> to 73456 or click Help below for more info. To stop messages to your phone anytime, send <b>STOP</b> to 73456").helpUrl("http://aoltxt.com/FAQ").help("Terms").show();){kind=link}
.id(10).key("ao1qY7AaoRF6Lm9q").title("Get Moviefone for BlackBerry").message("Moviefone for BlackBerry").overlay("#CC0000").linkColor("#CC0000").border("5px solid #CC0000").iconUrl("http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.moviefone.com/media/s2c-app-moviefone.gif").linkUrl("http://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/content/6986").emailHint().department("S2CW: www.moviefone.com: Moviefone for BlackBerry").sendColorDark("#660000").sendColorLight("#CC0000").disclaimer("Message and data rates may apply. By clicking Send, you represent that you are the account holder for the number you provided (or have the account holder`s permission to receive a text message) and agree that the AOL Terms and Privacy Policy apply. Send <b>HELP</b> to 73456 or click Help below for more info. To stop messages to your phone anytime, send <b>STOP</b> to 73456").helpUrl("http://aoltxt.com/FAQ").help("Terms").show();){kind=link}