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Paul Burnford

Born
Jul 19, 1914 · Aged 84
Died
Mar 28, 1999
Place of birth
London, England, UK
Gender
Male
Movie credits
1
TV credits
0
Directing credits
14

Biography

Paul Burnford was a British-born American director, cinematographer, and educator. He began his career in the British film industry before relocating to the United States, where he directed and photographed numerous short films and documentaries. Notable works include Adventures of Rusty (1945) and Storm (1943), a short film examining the impact of severe weather. Beyond his filmmaking endeavors, Burnford authored instructional books on cinematography, such as Filming for Amateurs, contributing to the education of aspiring filmmakers. His multifaceted career left a lasting impact on both…