Burt Balaban
Directing
- Born
- March 6, 1922 · Chicago, Illinois, USA
- Died
- October 14, 1965 (age 43)
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.
Known for
Behind the camera8
- 1966The Gentle Rain Director, Producer
- 1961Mad Dog Coll Director
- 1960Murder, Inc. Director, Producer
- 1958High Hell Director, Producer
- 1957Lady of Vengeance Director, Producer
- 1954Stranger from Venus Director, Producer
- 1954Diplomatic Passport Producer
- 1954The Lie Producer