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兔 Rabbit
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English < Hebrew (יוֹחָנָן)
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John A. Russo: American film director.
Born (age 87).
John A. Russo has 5 credits in our database.
The name John means the grace or mercy of the Lord.
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Filmography (5)
Biography
John A. Russo (born September 2, 1939), sometimes credited as Jack Russo or John Russo, is an American screenwriter and film director most commonly associated with the 1968 horror classic film Night of the Living Dead, which he co-wrote with director George A. Romero. As a screenwriter, his credits include Night of the Living Dead, The Majorettes, Midnight, and Santa Claws. The latter two, he also directed.
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How old is John A. Russo?
John A. Russo is 87 years old, born on .
What movies or shows has John A. Russo been in?
John A. Russo has 5 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Night They Came Home (2024), Children of the Living Dead (2001), Night of the Living Dead: 30th Anniversary Edition (1999), The Booby Hatch (1976), Night of the Living Dead (1968).
Where can I find more information about John A. Russo?
You can find more about John A. Russo on TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
