Dale Pollock, a renowned journalist and critic, was born in the culturally rich city of Cleveland, Ohio, where he was destined to excel academically. He graduated at the very top of his class from Brandeis University, a testament to his intellectual prowess. Pollock's thirst for knowledge only grew stronger, and he went on to earn a master's degree in communications from San Jose State University.
Noted journalist and writer, Pollock, expanded his professional repertoire by authoring a highly acclaimed biography, "Skywalking", which meticulously chronicled the illustrious life and career of George Lucas, the renowned filmmaker.
This impressive literary achievement, which garnered critical acclaim, opened up new avenues of opportunity for Pollock, as he joined David Geffen's company in 1985 as a development executive.
A year later, Pollock took on a new challenge, joining A&M Films, where he was subsequently appointed president in 1990.
Under his visionary leadership, the company enjoyed considerable financial and critical success, producing a string of notable films, including "The Beast" and "A Home of Our Own", which solidified his reputation as a respected figure in the film industry.
Pollock's remarkable career unfolded with distinction as he occupied the presidency of Peak Productions for a decade, concurrently devoting significant time and energy to delivering lectures at both the esteemed American Film Institute and the University of Southern California film school, thereby underscoring his commitment to education and his expertise in the realm of filmmaking. This dedication ultimately led to his appointment as the Dean of the School of Filmmaking at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, a position he held from 1999 to 2006. Since then, Pollock has continued to contribute to the academic community as a Professor of Cinema Studies at UNCSA, a role he has maintained since 2006.
Pollock's remarkable career has been distinguished by an impressive array of accomplishments, earning him widespread recognition and acclaim within the realm of filmmaking. Notably, he has been honored with a prestigious Endowed Professorship in Film, which bears his name and is situated at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts (UNCSA). Furthermore, in the year 2016, Pollock was bestowed with the esteemed University of North Carolina Board of Governors Award for Teaching Excellence, a testament to his dedication and exceptional teaching abilities.
