Barry Shear
March 23, 1923 · 103 years old
Barry Shear (March 23, 1923 in Los Angeles, California - June 13, 1979 in New York City) was an American film director and producer. He directed films such as The Todd Killings in 1971 (based on the serial killer Charles Schmid), and the blaxploitation film Across 110th Street in 1972.
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4 titles
Across 110th Street
Two New York City cops go after amateur crooks who are trying to rip off the Mafia and start a gang war.
Wild in the Streets
A young man gains significant political influence as the leader of a counterculture rock band with his rallying cry of voting rights for teenagers.
The Deadly Trackers
A Sheriff, who negotiates with bank robbers, ends up getting his family killed during their escape. The Sheriff chases the gang into Mexico on his own. While attempting to exact his vengeance, he is at odds with a Mexican lawman.
The Billion Dollar Threat
A mad scientist plans to destroy the earth's ozone layer.