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Oscar C. Apfel (January 17, 1878 March 21, 1938) was an American film actor, director, screenwriter and producer. He appeared in 167 films between 1913 and 1939, and also directed 94 films between 1911 and 1927. Question: Who started directing films first Hal Ashby or Oscar Apfel ? Answer: Oscar C. Apfel
Oscar C. Apfel January 17, 1878 March 21, 1938 was an American film actor, director, screenwriter and producer.