About John G. Avildsen
John G. Avildsen is a renowned director born in Oak Park, Illinois, USA, with 76 credits to their name.
John Guilbert Avildsen (December 21, 1935 – June 16, 2017) was an American film director. He won the Academy Award for Best Director in 1977 for Rocky. Other films he directed include Joe, Save the Tiger, Fore Play, The Formula, Neighbors, For Keeps, Lean on Me, The Power of One, 8 Seconds, Inferno, Rocky V and the first three The Karate Kid films.
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Portfolio Overview
John G. Avildsen has contributed to 48 unique projects, with an average rating of 6.4/10. Their work spans both film and television, showcasing diverse storytelling.
Career Timeline
A career spanning 1953 to 2022 (69 years), in which John G. Avildsen built a legendary body of work.
Primary Expertise
Known primarily for director. John G. Avildsen has worked behind the scenes on 59 productions and on 1 TV project.
Current Popularity
John G. Avildsen has a dedicated following, with a popularity score of 1.2.
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Which titles feature work by John G. Avildsen?
John G. Avildsen has contributed to acclaimed titles including Rocky, The Karate Kid, The Karate Kid and more. That is 76 credits in total. Primary field: director.
John G. Avildsen — what are they known for?
Primary field: director. The highest-rated titles are Rocky, The Karate Kid. The career now spans over 69 years.
How many titles does John G. Avildsen have?
Credited on 16 on-screen roles, 59 crew credits in feature films and 1 television title. 76 screen credits in total.
John G. Avildsen — what are the latest titles?
The most recent projects are May Day x 4.
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