Best Director1956 Film Fan Awards28th Academy Awards
Best Director Nominee
Bad Day at Black Rock (1955)
Nominated Talent & Credits
John Sturges— John Sturges
Synopsis / Overview
One-armed war veteran John J. Macreedy steps off a train at the sleepy little town of Black Rock. Once there, he begins to unravel a web of lies, secrecy, and murder.
Historical Academy Record
DIRECTING — 28th Academy Awards (1956)
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