Hal E. Chester

Hal E. Chester

Deceased · Born: Mar 6, 1921 · Died: Jan 1, 2012

Personal Details

BornMar 6, 1921 Brooklyn, NY

Biography

Hal Chester embarked on a professional journey as a juvenile thespian in the United States, commencing his illustrious career at a tender age. However, as the mid-1950s beckoned, he made the pivotal decision to relocate to Britain, a move that would ultimately shape the trajectory of his career.

In his new surroundings, Chester would come to be regarded as a stalwart film producer, his impressive repertoire of credits a testament to his dedication and expertise. Among his most notable achievements is his involvement in the iconic horror masterpiece, Night of the Demon, released in 1957, a film that continues to send shivers down the spines of audiences to this day.

Furthermore, Chester's impressive resume also includes the 1960 comedy classic, School for Scoundrels, a film that showcases his ability to excel in a wide range of genres and styles. Through his work on these and other projects, Hal Chester has left an indelible mark on the world of film, cementing his status as a respected and accomplished producer.

Career

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1941
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1940
East Side Kids
East Side Kids as Fred "Dutch" Kuhn
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Junior G-Men
Junior G-Men as Murph (uncredited)
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You're Not So Tough
You're Not So Tough as Second Newsboy
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1939
The Witness Vanishes
The Witness Vanishes as Copy Boy (uncredited)
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Off the Record
Off the Record as Reform School Inmate
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1938
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1960
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1957
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1956
The Weapon
The Weapon as Story
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1955
Crashout
Crashout as Writer