John Read
British television producer, cinematographer and director
About John Read
Lived 1920 – 2006 (aged 85). John Read was a cinematographer, television director and television producer.
John Owen Read (14 November 1920 – 13 April 2006) was a British television producer, cinematographer, director and special effects artist.
Read was born in Chalfont St Giles.
Read's other credits include the 1954 film Passenger to Tokyo and the 1970s TV series The Adventures of Rupert Bear (cinematographer), as well as the series Cloppa Castle and The Munch Bunch (producer). He is also known for producing and directing Here Comes Mumfie in 1975.
Read died in 2006, aged 85, after suffering injuries in a car crash. He had been diagnosed with cancer prior to his death.
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Who was John Read?
British television producer, cinematographer and director
When was John Read born?
John Read was born on 14 November 1920 in Amersham.
When did John Read die?
John Read died on 13 April 2006.
What was John Read's occupation?
John Read was a cinematographer, television director and television producer.
What nationality was John Read?
John Read's recorded nationality: British people.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Read (producer)
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