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Paul Sylbert

1928 – 2016 · Brooklyn, New York, USA · Active 1952–2004

Born in Brooklyn in 1928, Paul Sylbert is best known for his work on The Steagle (1971), where he served as both director and writer. His background in art and design, honed at the Tyler School of Art, informed his distinct approach to filmmaking. Sylbert's ability to blend narrative with visual storytelling is evident in The Steagle, a film that reflects the experimental spirit of the early 1970s. His contributions to cult cinema continue to resonate, making his work essential viewing for enthusiasts of the genre.

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The Steagle

The Steagle

1971 ★ 7.5
Director

In the midst of the Cuban missile crisis, a mild-mannered professor decides to live out all of his daydreams, travelling across the country and adopting a different persona in each city.

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Filmography

43 credits
2000s 1 credit
Crew Credits
2000s 1 credit
2001
To End All Wars Production Design
Movie ★ 6.4
1990s 9 credits
1997
Conspiracy Theory Production Design
Movie ★ 6.6
1997
Rosewood Production Design
Movie ★ 6.5
1996
The Grass Harp Production Design
Movie ★ 5.9
1995
Movie ★ 5.9
1994
Milk Money Production Design
Movie ★ 6.4
1993
Sliver Production Design
Movie ★ 5.6
1991
Career Opportunities Production Design
Movie ★ 6.9
1991
The Prince of Tides Production Design
Movie ★ 6.6
1991
Rush Production Design
Movie ★ 6.7
1980s 13 credits
1988
Biloxi Blues Production Design
Movie ★ 6.2
1988
Fresh Horses Production Design
Movie ★ 5.3
1987
The Pick-up Artist Production Design
Movie ★ 5.7
1987
Nadine Production Design
Movie ★ 5.5
1987
Ishtar Production Design
Movie ★ 4.6
1985
The Journey of Natty Gann Production Design
Movie ★ 6.8
1984
Firstborn Production Design
Movie ★ 6.1
1984
Movie ★ 6.3
1983
Gorky Park Production Design
Movie ★ 6.3
1981
Wolfen Production Design
Movie ★ 5.9
1981
Blow Out Production Design
Movie ★ 7.4
1981
Movie ★ 6.4
1980
Resurrection Production Design
Movie ★ 6.5
1970s 9 credits
1979
Kramer vs. Kramer Production Design
Movie ★ 7.6
1979
Hardcore Production Design
Movie ★ 6.7
1978
Heaven Can Wait Production Design
Movie ★ 6.6
1976
Mikey and Nicky Production Design
Movie ★ 6.9
1975
Movie ★ 8.4
1975
The Drowning Pool Production Design
Movie ★ 6.3
1972
Bad Company Production Design
Movie ★ 6.4
1971
Movie ★ 5.1
1971
Movie ★ 5.1
1960s 6 credits
1969
Riot Production Design
Movie ★ 5.3
1967
The Tiger Makes Out Production Design
Movie ★ 5.0
1964
Movie ★ 7.0
1964
Reporter Director
TV ★ 6.0
1961
Teenage Millionaire Art Direction
Movie ★ 5.7
1961
TV ★ 6.3
1950s 4 credits
1957
A Face in the Crowd Art Direction
Movie ★ 7.6
1956
Baby Doll Assistant Art Director
Movie ★ 7.0
1956
The Wrong Man Art Direction
Movie ★ 7.1
1952
Pontius Pilate Set Decoration
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