★ Directing
1912 – 1991
· New York City, New York
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Active 1953–1987
Daniel Mann, born in 1912 in Brooklyn, New York, made his mark as a director with a keen ear for dialogue and storytelling. He directed Willard (1971), a film that blends horror with dark humor, showcasing his ability to adapt narratives from various sources into compelling cinema. Mann also helmed Matilda (1978), further solidifying his place in the cult film canon. His work reflects a distinctive approach to character-driven narratives, making him a noteworthy figure in the realms of exploitation and genre cinema.
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Matilda
1978
★ 5.5
Director
A small-time talent agent discovers an amazing boxing kangaroo and figures to use it as his stepping-stone into the big time.
Career Highlights
Top 6 by popularity · TMDB
Filmography
30 credits
1950s
1 credit
Crew Credits
1980s
3 credits
1970s
8 credits
1960s
10 credits
1950s
7 credits
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1 credit