Filmoteka
Burt Balaban
- Department:Directing
- Place of birth:Chicago, Illinois, USA
- Birthday:3/6/1922
- Deathday:10/14/1965
- Popularity:1
Biography:
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). His films often explored crime and drama, reflecting the complexities of human nature.
Acting and producing career
Producing
- 1966movie
The Gentle Rain
as Director
- 1966movie
The Gentle Rain
as Producer
- 1961movie
Mad Dog Coll
as Director
- 1960movie
Murder, Inc.
as Director
- 1960movie
Murder, Inc.
as Producer
- 1958movie
High Hell
as Director
- 1958movie
High Hell
as Producer
- 1957movie
Lady of Vengeance
as Director
- 1957movie
Lady of Vengeance
as Producer
- 1954movie
Stranger from Venus
as Director
- 1954movie
Stranger from Venus
as Producer
- 1954movie
Diplomatic Passport
as Producer
- 1954movie
The Lie
as Producer