Albert Maysles
American documentary filmmaker; half of the duo Albert and David Maysles
About Albert Maysles
Lived 1926 – 2015 (aged 88). Albert Maysles was an American film director, cinematographer, camera operator, documentarian, film producer and director.
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Who was Albert Maysles?
American documentary filmmaker; half of the duo Albert and David Maysles (1926-2015)
When was Albert Maysles born?
Albert Maysles was born on 26 November 1926 in Boston.
When did Albert Maysles die?
Albert Maysles died on 5 March 2015 in New York City.
What was Albert Maysles's occupation?
Albert Maysles was a film director, cinematographer, camera operator, documentarian, film producer and director.
What nationality was Albert Maysles?
Albert Maysles was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Albert Maysles. https://biography.guide/albert-maysles/
MLA: "Albert Maysles." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/albert-maysles/.
Chicago: "Albert Maysles." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/albert-maysles/.
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