Which director was born first, Gordon Wiles or Irvin Kershner?
Gordon Wiles Gordon Wiles (October 10, 1904 – October 17, 1950) was an American art director and film director. He won an Academy Award for Best Art Direction for the film "Transatlantic". He was born in St. Louis, Missouri. His father, Albert Wiles, was a doctor in Jerseyville, Illinois.
James Gordon (actor) James Gordon (April 23, 1871 – May 12, 1941) was an American silent film actor. He appeared in 127 films between 1911 and 1935. He also directed 4 films between 1913 and 1915, including the 1915 film "The New Adventures of J. Rufus Wallingford". He was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and died in Hollywood, California from post-surgical complications.