Howell Hansel


Howell Hansel, was an American film director. He directed 26 films between 1913 and 1917.

Biography

Hansel was born in Indiana, and began his career as a stage actor on the East Coast. Eventually he gave up his acting career to join Thanhauser as a film director; he'd also direct films for Famous Players-Lasky.
His output slowed toward the end of his life as he struggled with a prolonged illness. He died in Manhattan in 1917, leaving behind a wife and a daughter.

Selected filmography