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Jerry Gordon Zucker (born March 11, 1950) is an American film producer, director, and writer known for his role in directing comedy spoof films such as Airplane! and Top Secret!, and the Best Picture-nominated supernatural drama film Ghost.
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Jul 22, 2020 · Jerry Zucker, the co-director of Airplane! and Top Secret!, talks about his experience making Ghost, the 1990 comedy-drama about a spiritual love story starring Patrick Swayze and Demi Moore. He shares his memories of working with the screenwriter, Bruce Joel Rubin, and how he became friends with him after the film. He also shares his views on the film's legacy and the Oscar win.
Jerry Zucker was born on 11 March 1950 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA. He is a producer and writer, known for Airplane! (1980), Ghost (1990) and Top Secret! (1984). He has been married to Janet Zucker since May 1987. They have two children.
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Learn about the life and career of Jerry Zucker, an American movie director known for his comedy spoof films and the hit film Ghost. Find out his roles as a producer, writer, and actor in various genres and projects, as well as his awards and nominations.
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May 25, 2020 · David and Jerry Zucker, directors (with Jim Abrahams) We used to seek out movies that were mind-numbingly serious and dub them with our own voices. Late one night, we caught Zero Hour! – a 1957...
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Sep 29, 2023 · New book examines the making of the 1980 comedy movie classic 'Airplane!'. NPR's A Martinez talks to David Zucker, Jim Abrahams and Jerry Zucker, the trio who wrote and directed Airplane!,...
Oct 2, 2023 · A new book about the 1980's film "Airplane!" from David Zucker, Jim Abrahams & Jerry Zucker, the writing and directing team responsible for one of the most transformative film comedies in...
