While they are both prominent figures in the film industry, they are not related.
* Frank Capra (1897-1991) was a legendary American film director known for classics like "It Happened One Night," "Mr. Smith Goes to Washington," and "Meet John Doe."
* Robert De Niro (born 1943) is a renowned American actor known for his iconic roles in films like "Taxi Driver," "Raging Bull," and "The Godfather: Part II."
They worked in different eras and genres, with Capra directing comedies and dramas during Hollywood's Golden Age, while De Niro established himself as a leading actor in the late 20th century.