John Rawlins | |
|---|---|
| Born | June 9, 1902 Long Beach, California, U.S. |
| Died | May 20, 1997 (aged 94) Arcadia, California, U.S. |
| Resting place | Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Glendale |
| Occupation | Film director |
| Years active | 1932-1958 |
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John Rawlins (June 9, 1902 – May 20, 1997) was an American film editor and director.[1] He directed 44 films between 1932 and 1958. He was born in Long Beach, California and died in Arcadia, California.
According to one obituary, he was "a prime exponent of that style, being a master of swift exposition and fast action. His no-nonsense approach also made him a fine serial director, and when given the chance of a top-budget adventure film he gave his studio one of its biggest hits in Arabian Nights."[2] Another said he "was a prime example of a no-frills director of Bs, who got his job done quickly, competently and cheaply."[3]
- ^ "John Rawlins". Movies & TV Dept. The New York Times. Baseline & All Movie Guide. 2014. Archived from the original on October 30, 2014. Retrieved December 25, 2014.
- ^ Vallance, Tom (June 9, 1997). "John Rawlins". The Independent. Archived from the original on June 13, 2022. Retrieved August 16, 2020.
- ^ Obituary: John Rawlins: Sand, sex and Dick Tracy Bergan, Ronald. The Guardian June 5, 1997: 1, 19:4.