About Tom Overton
Lived 1930 – 1988 (aged 58). Tom Overton was an American audio engineer and audio engineering.
Tom Overton (April 14, 1930 – May 4, 1988) was an American sound engineer. He was nominated for an Academy Award in the category Best Sound for the film A Star Is Born.
Selected filmography The Last Picture Show (1971) The Last Detail (1973) A Star Is Born (1976) Audrey Rose (1977) American Hot Wax (1978) Heaven Can Wait (1978) Airplane! (1980) Airplane II: The Sequel (1982)
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Who was Tom Overton?
sound engineer (1930-1988)
When was Tom Overton born?
Tom Overton was born on 14 April 1930 in North Carolina.
When did Tom Overton die?
Tom Overton died on 4 May 1988.
What was Tom Overton's occupation?
Tom Overton was an audio engineer and audio engineering.
What nationality was Tom Overton?
Tom Overton was American.
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