"Built for Capra in 1925, the Spanish Revival-style house has vintage appeal with arched doors and windows, brick accents and wrought iron work. Colorful tile risers decorate the steps leading up to the entrance. Inside, the 4,000 square feet of interiors continue the Old World ambiance with beamed ceilings, built-ins and stucco walls."
"Capra, who died in 1991 at 94, won a trio of Academy Awards for best director for the films "It Happened One Night" (1934), "Mr. Deeds Goes to Town" (1936) and "You Can't Take It With You" (1938). "Mr. Smith Goes to Washington" (1939) and "It's a Wonderful Life" (1946) are among the Italian-American filmmaker's other credits."
"Other living areas include an updated kitchen with a center island, a formal dining area, a den and a wet bar. The interior space includes four bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms and a maid's quarters with a separate entrance. A raised deck, various sitting areas, garden beds and lawns make up the grounds."
A Spanish Revival-style residence built in 1925 for Oscar-winning director Frank Capra and his first wife, actress Helen Howell, is now listed for $2 million in Hollywood Hills. The 4,000-square-foot home features characteristic Old World design elements including arched doors and windows, beamed ceilings, stucco walls, and colorful tile accents. The interior includes four bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, a maid's quarters, updated kitchen, formal dining area, den, and wet bar. Outdoor amenities comprise a raised deck, garden beds, lawns, and two-car garage. The property last sold over forty years ago for $42,000. Capra won three Academy Awards for directing and created numerous acclaimed films including "It's a Wonderful Life."
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