Russian actors who deceased in 1991
Here are 1 famous actors from Russia died in 1991:
Eugène Lourié
Eugène Lourié (April 8, 1903 Kharkiv-May 26, 1991 Woodland Hills) otherwise known as Eugene Lourie, Gene Lourie, Lourie, Eugene Lourié, Gene Lourié or Lourié was a Russian film director, screenwriter, production designer, costume designer, television director, actor, set decorator and film art director.
He is best known for his work as a production designer and art director in Hollywood during the 1940s and 1950s, where he worked on several famous films including The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms, The Colossus of New York, and The Bad Seed.
Lourié was born in Kharkiv, Ukraine, which was then part of the Russian Empire. He trained in Paris as an artist before immigrating to the United States in 1937. Lourié's artistic and creative talents were recognized early on in his career, and he quickly found success in Hollywood's film industry. He was known for his ability to create impressive and realistic special effects, even on a limited budget.
Lourié also worked as a director and writer, and his debut film, The Colossus of New York, received critical acclaim when it was released in 1958. He continued to work in television and film throughout the 1960s and 1970s, and directed several episodes of popular TV shows such as The Alfred Hitchcock Hour and The Twilight Zone.
Lourié's influence on the film industry was significant, and his work as a production designer and special effects artist helped to shape the genre of science fiction in the mid-20th century.
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