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John A. Russo (born September 2, 1939), sometimes credited as Jack Russo or John Russo, is an American screenwriter and film director most commonly associated with the 1968 horror classic film Night of the Living Dead, which he co-wrote with director George Romero.
John A. Russo is a horror genre legend who co-wrote Night of the Living Dead and wrote Return of the Living Dead. He has also written books, directed movies, and appeared in many films and TV shows.
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John A. Russo, is an American screenwriter and film director most commonly associated with the 1968 horror classic film Night of the Living Dead, which he co-wrote with director George...
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John Russo, co-writer and co-producer of the horror classic, shares his memories of the film's creation and its impact. Learn how he and George Romero came up with the idea of flesh-eating zombies, and how they shot the movie on a shoestring budget.
Jun 30, 2023 · At Carolina Fear Fest in Raleigh, NC, horror genre and independent cinema trailblazer John Russo reflects on the 55th anniversary of the groundbreaking zombie film 'Night of the Living Dead,' and...
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John A. Russo is a horror writer and filmmaker who co-wrote Night of the Living Dead and wrote Return of the Living Dead. He has also published books on movie making and created comics and graphic novels based on his screenplays.
Aug 1, 2021 · Interview with ‘Night of the Living Dead’ Screenwriter John A. Russo. Over 50 years ago, Night of the Living Dead (1968) made its mark in horror terrifying audiences everywhere. You simply cannot talk about zombies without mentioning this iconic film, which lives on today. At Days of the Dead Indianapolis, I had the pleasure of ...
