Hall Bartlett

Born: 1922-11-27

Hall Bartlett was an American film producer, director, and screenwriter. Hall Bartlett was an American film producer, director, and screenwriter known for his independent filmmaking and exploration of social issues. After serving in U.S. Naval Intelligence during World War II, he began his film career with the documentary Navajo (1952), which highlighted the challenges faced by Native Americans and won several international awards. Bartlett's notable works include Unchained (1955), featuring the song "Unchained Melody," and Jonathan Livingston Seagull (1973), an adaptation of Richard Bach's novella. Despite facing legal challenges and mixed reviews, the latter film received Academy Award nominations and won a Golden Globe for its score. Bartlett's films often addressed themes of human potential and social justice, reflecting his commitment to meaningful storytelling.


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The Wild Blue Yonder

as Lt. Jorman
Released: 1951-12-05

Wendell Corey and Forrest Tucker star as a pair of World War II Army Air Corps officers. In...

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Navajo

as Indian School Counselor
Released: 1952-02-12

A young Navajo Indian boy is caught up in the conflict of cultures when he rejects the white...

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The Mike Douglas Show

as Self
First aired: 1961-12-11

The Mike Douglas Show is an American daytime television talk show hosted by Mike Douglas that...

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