Russell Streiner
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Russell Streiner also credited as Russ Streiner and Russell W. Streiner, is an American film producer
and actor
.
Streiner is perhaps best known for his role as Johnny in Night of the Living Dead
(1968). He was also one of the producers of the film. Streiner has also produced There's Always Vanilla
(1971), The Booby Hatch (1976), and the remake
of Night of the Living Dead (1990). He worked in the advertising field for several years while continuing to do film, television, commercial, and corporate production work. Russell has been actively involved in bringing film and television productions to western Pennsylvania throughout his career, and currently serves as chairman on the Board of Directors
of the Pittsburgh Film Office
(formerly known as the Pittsburgh Film & Television Office). Russ Streiner is also one of the co-mentors along with John A. Russo
of the John Russo Movie Making Program at DuBois Business College
in DuBois, Pennsylvania
.
Monterrey Pictures Entertainment’s genre release brand, announced its new project, Escape of the Living Dead
, at the Fangoria
convention in Los Angeles in April, 2008. John A. Russo
, co-creator of Night of the Living Dead
, wrote the script, and is attached to direct while Russ will co-produce with Joe Majestic of Monterrey Pictures Entertainment, and Sam Sherman of Independent-International Pictures. An ensemble cast has been assembled, including horror icons Tony Todd
(Candy Man
, Final Destination
) and Gunnar Hanson (“Leatherface
” in the original Texas Chainsaw Massacre), and Amber Stevens
(TV’s Greek
), and Kristina Klebe
(Halloween (2007)
).
He also makes occasional appearances and signs autographs at horror conventions
. He continues to make his home in Pittsburgh and has two daughters, one son, one granddaughter and one grandson.
Film producer
A film producer oversees and delivers a film project to all relevant parties while preserving the integrity, voice and vision of the film. They will also often take on some financial risk by using their own money, especially during the pre-production period, before a film is fully financed.The...
and actor
Actor
An actor is a person who acts in a dramatic production and who works in film, television, theatre, or radio in that capacity...
.
Career
Night of the Living Dead
Night of the Living Dead is a 1968 American independent black-and-white zombie film and cult film directed by George A. Romero, starring Duane Jones, Judith O'Dea and Karl Hardman. It premiered on October 1, 1968, and was completed on a USD$114,000 budget. After decades of cinematic re-releases, it...
(1968). He was also one of the producers of the film. Streiner has also produced There's Always Vanilla
There's Always Vanilla
There's Always Vanilla is a 1971 film and was director George A. Romero's second motion picture and, , his only romantic comedy. It is one of the few Romero films that does not deal with a zombie apocalypse or other supernatural horror themes...
(1971), The Booby Hatch (1976), and the remake
Night of the Living Dead (1990 film)
Night of the Living Dead is a 1990 American remake of George A. Romero's 1968 horror film of the same name and was directed by Tom Savini. Romero rewrote the original 1968 screenplay co-authored by John A...
of Night of the Living Dead (1990). He worked in the advertising field for several years while continuing to do film, television, commercial, and corporate production work. Russell has been actively involved in bringing film and television productions to western Pennsylvania throughout his career, and currently serves as chairman on the Board of Directors
Board of directors
A board of directors is a body of elected or appointed members who jointly oversee the activities of a company or organization. Other names include board of governors, board of managers, board of regents, board of trustees, and board of visitors...
of the Pittsburgh Film Office
Pittsburgh Film Office
The Pittsburgh Film Office is a non-profit 5013 corporation dedicated to economic development in the Pittsburgh and southwestern Pennsylvania region...
(formerly known as the Pittsburgh Film & Television Office). Russ Streiner is also one of the co-mentors along with John A. Russo
John A. Russo
John A. Russo , sometimes credited as Jack Russo or John Russo, is an American screenwriter and film director most commonly associated with the 1968 horror classic Night of the Living Dead. As a screenwriter, his credits include Night of the Living Dead, The Majorettes, Midnight, and Santa Claws....
of the John Russo Movie Making Program at DuBois Business College
DuBois Business College
DuBois Business College is one of the oldest private business colleges in the United States. It opened in 1885 and is located in DuBois, Pennsylvania...
in DuBois, Pennsylvania
DuBois, Pennsylvania
DuBois is a city in Clearfield County, Pennsylvania, northeast of Pittsburgh. It is the principal city in the DuBois, Pa Micropolitan Statistical Area.-History:...
.
Monterrey Pictures Entertainment’s genre release brand, announced its new project, Escape of the Living Dead
Escape of the Living Dead
Escape of the Living Dead is a five-issue zombie comic book limited series published by Avatar Press, published in 2005. It is written by John A...
, at the Fangoria
Fangoria
Fangoria is an American magazine devoted to horror and exploitation films, which has a number of associated brands:* Fangoria Comics* Fangoria Films* Fangoria RadioFangoria may also refer to:* Fangoria , a Spanish electro pop band...
convention in Los Angeles in April, 2008. John A. Russo
John A. Russo
John A. Russo , sometimes credited as Jack Russo or John Russo, is an American screenwriter and film director most commonly associated with the 1968 horror classic Night of the Living Dead. As a screenwriter, his credits include Night of the Living Dead, The Majorettes, Midnight, and Santa Claws....
, co-creator of Night of the Living Dead
Night of the Living Dead
Night of the Living Dead is a 1968 American independent black-and-white zombie film and cult film directed by George A. Romero, starring Duane Jones, Judith O'Dea and Karl Hardman. It premiered on October 1, 1968, and was completed on a USD$114,000 budget. After decades of cinematic re-releases, it...
, wrote the script, and is attached to direct while Russ will co-produce with Joe Majestic of Monterrey Pictures Entertainment, and Sam Sherman of Independent-International Pictures. An ensemble cast has been assembled, including horror icons Tony Todd
Tony Todd
Anthony T. "Tony" Todd is an American actor and movie producer, known for his height of 6'5", and deep voice. He is well known for playing the Candyman in the horror movie franchise of the same name, William Bludworth in Final Destination and for guest starring roles on numerous television...
(Candy Man
Candyman (film)
Candyman is a 1992 horror film starring Virginia Madsen, Tony Todd and Xander Berkeley. It was directed by Bernard Rose and is based on the short story "The Forbidden" by Clive Barker, though the film's scenario is switched from England to Chicago. The film was scored by Philip Glass. The film was...
, Final Destination
Final Destination
Final Destination is a 2000 supernatural slasher film written and directed by James Wong. The film was co-written by Glen Morgan and Jeffrey Reddick, both of them having previously worked with Wong in the TV series The X-Files. The film stars Devon Sawa, Ali Larter, Kerr Smith and Tony Todd...
) and Gunnar Hanson (“Leatherface
Leatherface
Leatherface is the main antagonist in The Texas Chainsaw Massacre horror-film series and its spin-offs. He wears masks made of human skin and engages in murder and cannibalism alongside his inbred family. He is considered by many to be one of the first major slasher film villains alongside Michael...
” in the original Texas Chainsaw Massacre), and Amber Stevens
Amber Stevens
Amber Dawn Stevens is an American actress and model.-Personal life:Stevens was born in Los Angeles, California. She is the daughter of American actor and radio announcer Shadoe Stevens and former model Beverly Cunningham. She has a younger sister named Chyna Rose Stevens...
(TV’s Greek
Greek (TV series)
Greek is an American comedy-drama television series, which follows students of the fictional Cyprus-Rhodes University , located in Ohio, who participate in the school's Greek system...
), and Kristina Klebe
Kristina Klebe
Kristina Klebe is an American and German actress.-Biography:Born in New York City, Kristina Klebe spent much time overseas with her family in Germany, France and Italy. With an ability to speak all of the above languages due to her European heritage, she jokes she sometimes can't decide whether...
(Halloween (2007)
Halloween (2007 film)
Halloween is a 2007 American slasher film written, directed, and produced by Rob Zombie. The film is a remake/reimagining of the 1978 horror film of the same name, the first in the rebooted Halloween film series and the ninth Halloween film in total. The film stars Tyler Mane as the adult Michael...
).
He also makes occasional appearances and signs autographs at horror conventions
Horror conventions
Horror conventions are gatherings of the community of fans of various forms of horror including horror cinema, goth lifestyle, and occasionally science fiction and fantasy. Historically the focus has been on the cinematic form rather than literature and art, but this has broadened to include all...
. He continues to make his home in Pittsburgh and has two daughters, one son, one granddaughter and one grandson.
As producer
- One for the Fire: Night of the Living Dead 40th Anniversary Documentary (2008) (Associate Producer)
- Night of the Living DeadNight of the Living Dead (1990 film)Night of the Living Dead is a 1990 American remake of George A. Romero's 1968 horror film of the same name and was directed by Tom Savini. Romero rewrote the original 1968 screenplay co-authored by John A...
(1990) (Executive ProducerExecutive producerAn executive producer is a producer who is not involved in any technical aspects of the film making or music process, but who is still responsible for the overall production...
) - The Booby Hatch (1976)
- aka Dirty Book Store
- aka The Liberation of Cherry Janowski
- There's Always Vanilla (1971)
- aka The Affair
- Night of the Living DeadNight of the Living DeadNight of the Living Dead is a 1968 American independent black-and-white zombie film and cult film directed by George A. Romero, starring Duane Jones, Judith O'Dea and Karl Hardman. It premiered on October 1, 1968, and was completed on a USD$114,000 budget. After decades of cinematic re-releases, it...
(1968)
As actor
- Night of the Living DeadNight of the Living Dead (1990 film)Night of the Living Dead is a 1990 American remake of George A. Romero's 1968 horror film of the same name and was directed by Tom Savini. Romero rewrote the original 1968 screenplay co-authored by John A...
(1990) Sheriff McClelland - The Majorettes (1986) The Preacher
- aka One by One
- There's Always Vanilla (1971) TV Beer Commercial Director
- Night of the Living DeadNight of the Living DeadNight of the Living Dead is a 1968 American independent black-and-white zombie film and cult film directed by George A. Romero, starring Duane Jones, Judith O'Dea and Karl Hardman. It premiered on October 1, 1968, and was completed on a USD$114,000 budget. After decades of cinematic re-releases, it...
(1968) Johnny
Appearing as himself
- One for the Fire: Night of the Living Dead 40th Anniversary Documentary (2008)
- "Fear Files"
- Episode: "Zombies" (2006)
- UnConventional (2004)
- The Dead Walk: Remaking a Classic (1999)
- Night of the Living Dead: 25th Anniversary Documentary (1993)
- Drive-In Madness! (1987)
- aka Screen Scaries