Albert and David Maysles | |
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 David (left) and Albert Maysles c. 1968 | |
| Born | Albert November 26, 1926 David January 10, 1931 Boston, Massachusetts, U.S. |
| Died | David January 3, 1987 (aged 55), New York City, U.S. Albert March 5, 2015 (aged 88), New York City |
| Other names | The Maysles Brothers |
| Occupation(s) | Film directors, producers |
| Years active | Albert (1955–2015; his death) David (1955–1987; his death) |
| Style | Documentary, Direct Cinema |
Albert Maysles (November 26, 1926 – March 5, 2015) and his brother David Maysles (January 10, 1931 – January 3, 1987; /ˈmeɪzɛlz/ MAY-zelz) were an American documentary filmmaking team known for their work in the Direct Cinema style. Their best-known films include Salesman (1969), Gimme Shelter (1970)[1] and Grey Gardens (1975).
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