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Other Works:
(1960-61) Unsold pilot: Directed a pilot for a western series about a surgeon wandering the West after the Civil War, called "The Yank", starring
James Drury (another pilot for the series was made in 1961).
Publicity Listings:
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Alternate Names:
Irv Kershner
Height:
6' 2" (1.88 m)
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Personal Quote:
[on directing
Alec Guinness in
Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back] He dissected every word, each gesture in a way only great actors do. It is the timbre, the subtle movements that make the difference. It's what makes actors great.
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Trivia:
Of the three directors to direct the Star Wars films made between 1977 and 1983, the cast and crew have stated that he was their favorite director to work with, describing him as very helpful and supportive.
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Trademark:
Sometimes shows a character getting his own hand cut off (e.g.
Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back and
RoboCop 2).
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Nickname:
Kersh
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Star Sign:
Taurus