About
Abstract Expressionist and New Realist painter and filmmaker who was influential during the 1960s. Known for such films as "Directions: A Walk After the War Games," "The Cedar Bar" from 2001, "Einstein's Secret" from 2008, and "The New York Story" from 1963.
Before Fame
He studied at New York University, the Art Students League, and the Pratt Institute. He also served in the United States Coast Guard near the end of World War II.
Trivia
He collaborated on the film "The Last Clean Shirt" with poet Frank O'Hara.
Family Life
He spent his childhood in New York City.
Associated With
He directed the short film "Pull My Daisy," which was narrated by Jack Kerouac.
