Writing

John Gilling

John Gilling ist vor allem bekannt für Simon Templar, The Champions und Gideon's Way. John Gilling wurde am 29. Mai 1912 geboren. John Gilling starb am 22. November 1984 im Alter von 72 Jahren.

Geboren: 29. Mai 1912
Geburtsort: London, England, UK
Gestorben: 22. November 1984 (72 Jahre)

Biografie

John Gilling (29 May 1912 – 22 November 1984) was an English film director and screenwriter, born in London. He was chiefly known for his horror films, especially for Hammer Films, for whom he directed Shadow of the Cat (1961), The Plague of the Zombies (1966), The Reptile (1966) (the latter two filmed back to back in Cornwall) and The Mummy's Shroud, among others. He is also renowned for many low to mid-budget detective films and teleplays with unexpected touches of comedy blended in.