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Gayne Rescher

1924 – 2008

American cinematographer

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About Gayne Rescher

Lived 1924 – 2008 (aged 83). Gayne Rescher was an American cinematographer.

Jay Gayne Rescher,

Early life Rescher was born in New York City. His father Jay Rescher was a cinematographer and union organizer, and his mother Jean Tolley was a silent film actress. After high school, Gayne, served in World War II as a fighter pilot. for The Scarlett O'Hara War (a.k.a., Moviola 1981), Shooter (1989), and Lucky/Chances (1992).

Personal life and final years Rescher was married three times. His first wife was Ottilie Kruger, daughter of actor Otto Kruger. His second wife was Darlene Keane, who died of lung cancer. His third wife was Gail Ferguson. He had three daughters (Gaye Rescher Ribble, Dee Dee Rescher and Deborah Jean Rescher Miller) and two grandchildren.

In his final years Rescher resided at Fox Island, Washington. He died at age 83 in nearby Gig Harbor, Washington.

Selected credits Film A Face in the Crowd (1957) Man on a String (1960) Murder, Inc. (1960) Rachel, Rachel (1968) A New Leaf (1971) Claudine (1974) Norman... Is That You? (1976) Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan (1982)

Television The Third Girl from the Left (1973) The Great Niagara (1974) Sarah T. - Portrait of a Teenage Alcoholic (1975) Dummy (1979) Angel on My Shoulder (1980) The Princess and the Cabbie (1981) Honeyboy (1982) The Day After (1983) [DP] There Must Be A Pony (1986) [DP] Love Among Thieves (1987) Windmills of the Gods (1988) Get Smart, Again! (1989)

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Jay Gayne Rescher

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Jay Rescher
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Jean Tolley

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Gayne Rescher?

American cinematographer (1924–2008)

When was Gayne Rescher born?

Gayne Rescher was born on 19 December 1924 in New York City.

When did Gayne Rescher die?

Gayne Rescher died on 29 February 2008 in Gig Harbor.

What was Gayne Rescher's occupation?

Gayne Rescher was a cinematographer.

What nationality was Gayne Rescher?

Gayne Rescher was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Gayne Rescher

· Wikidata: Q1496585

· DBpedia: Gayne Rescher

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