Public Figure Profiles

John Grierson

John Grierson CBE (26 April 1898 – 19 February 1972) was a pioneering Scottish documentary maker, often considered the father of British and Canadian documentary film. In 1926, Grierson coined the term "documentary" in a review of Robert J. Flaherty's Moana.

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Some of their strengths

John Grierson has many admirable traits.

Based on spiritual traditions from around the world, they are someone who can be described as Strong, Creative, Energetic, Charismatic, Honest, Artistic, and Imaginative.

Strong and Diligent

According to Mysticism’s Astrology tradition, John Grierson is someone who is a strong, diligent, and trustworthy person who approaches life with honesty and perseverance, but who is also physical, sensual, and artistic. A person who is a bit of a "lone wolf".

Helpful and Supportive

Based on Daoism’s Ba-Zi or ‘Chinese Zodiac’ tradition, people who know John Grierson well know them as someone who can be accepting, supportive, and productive, like a garden.

Inventive and Clever

According to Hinduism’s Jyotisha or ‘Vedic Astrology’ tradition, many would also describe John Grierson as someone who is flexible, intelligent, and quick-witted.

A person who likes to be creative, and to be recognized for their artistic talents. Who possesses intelligence, mental discipline, and ambition, and who does well in relationships and partnerships.

Stable and Creative

Based on the Mayan Tzolk’in or ‘Mayan Astrology’ tradition, John Grierson is someone who thrives in volatile situations, and who tends to be a source of stability and comfort for others who are experiencing challenging times .

They are also someone who is altruistic, tolerant, and sophisticated, and who tends to be a perfectionist who is always working to try and make everything and everyone better.

Patient and Compassionate

According to Judaism’s Kabbalah tradition, John Grierson tends to be someone who approaches life with grace and compassion, and who has a powerful and commanding personality. Who can be analytical, patient, and deliberate, avoiding risks and seeking out stability instead.

Some of John Grierson's challenges

While John Grierson has many strengths, nobody is perfect. They also have some challenging traits they need to manage.

For example, John Grierson can be Stubborn, Hypocritical, Self-centered, Selfish, Idle, Emotional, and Standoffish.

Stubborn and Idle

One of John Grierson's key challenges is that they are someone who can be seen as stubborn and, at times, lazy.

Unfocused and Indecisive

John Grierson is someone who can be scattered, restless, and insensitive, be distracted by fluctuating professional interests, be a workaholic, and who can be arrogant and have difficulty accepting advice.

Materialistic and Aggressive

Finally, John Grierson also can be materialistic, emotional, aggressive, stubborn, inconsistent, and be prone to big temper outbursts.

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