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Burt Balaban

Burt Balaban

Known For Directing
Birthday Mar 06, 1922
Died Oct 14, 1965 (43)
Birthplace Chicago, Illinois, USA
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Updated Aug 09, 2025
Entry Date Apr 19, 2024
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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 s ... erved 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.

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The Gentle Rain

The Gentle Rain

1966

Director

Mad Dog Coll

Mad Dog Coll

1961

Director

Murder, Inc.

Murder, Inc.

1960

Director

High Hell

High Hell

1958

Director

Lady of Vengeance

Lady of Vengeance

1957

Director

Stranger from Venus

Stranger from Venus

1954

Director

The Gentle Rain

The Gentle Rain

1966

Producer

Murder, Inc.

Murder, Inc.

1960

Producer

Lady of Vengeance

Lady of Vengeance

1957

Producer

Stranger from Venus

Stranger from Venus

1954

Producer

Diplomatic Passport

Diplomatic Passport

1954

Producer

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