Overview
William H. Clune (August 18, 1862 – October 18, 1927) was an American railroad property developer, film exchange and then theater chain owner, film studio owner, and film producer.
Career
Born in Hannibal, Missouri, Clune owned a chain of theaters in Southern California. He launched his studio in 1915. His film productions were based on novels. His first production was 1916's Ramona.
He played hardball with competitors. He came into dispute with Nell Shipman over their film projects together.
He died in Los Angeles, two months past his 65th birthday. He is buried at the Hollywood Forever Cemetery in a crypt.
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