About John Black
Born 1940. John Black is a British film director and television director.
John Black (born 9 May 1940) is a retired British TV director. Among his directing credits include Coronation Street, Play for Today, Crown Court, Doctor Who (the serials The Keeper of Traken, and Four to Doomsday plus the spinoff K-9 and Company) and The Bill.
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Who is John Black?
British television director, born 1940
When was John Black born?
John Black was born on 9 May 1940.
What is John Black's occupation?
John Black is a film director and television director.
What nationality is John Black?
John Black is British.
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