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Director
Burt Balaban
- Born March 6, 1922 in Chicago, Illinois, USA
- Died October 14, 1965
Burt Balaban was an American film producer and director, recognized for his contributions to mid-20th-century cinema. Born into a family with strong ties to the film industry—his stepfather was Barney Balaban, longtime President of Paramount Pictures—Burt carved out his own niche in filmmaking. He served as a combat photographer with the Marines during World War II, an experience that influenced his cinematic perspective. Balaban's notable works include Stranger from Venus (1954), Murder, Inc. (1960), and Mad Dog Coll (1961).
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His films often explored crime and drama, reflecting the complexities of human nature.
Known for
Murder, Inc.1960
Stranger from Venus1954
Mad Dog Coll1961
Lady of Vengeance1957
The Lie1954
Diplomatic Passport1954
High Hell1958
Filmography
- 1966The Gentle RainFilmDirector, Producer
- 1961Mad Dog CollFilmDirector
- 1960Murder, Inc.FilmDirector, Producer
- 1958High HellFilmDirector, Producer
- 1957Lady of VengeanceFilmDirector, Producer
- 1954Stranger from VenusFilmDirector, Producer
- 1954The LieFilmProducer
- 1954Diplomatic PassportFilmProducer