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Jack Pollexfen

Born June 10, 1908 · San Diego, California, USA

Died November 23, 2003 · aged 95

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Jack Pollexfen (1908–2003) was an American writer and producer best known for his work in science fiction and monster movies of the 1950s with Aubrey Wisberg. Before entering the film industry he worked as a journalist.

Known For

The Secret of Convict LakeThe Secret of Convict Lake · 1951
The Secret of Convict Lake
6.61951
MovieWestern
After a group of convicts escapes from prison, they take refuge in the wilderness. While most of the crew are ruthless sociopaths, Jim Canfield is an innocent man who was jailed under false pretenses. When Canfield and his fellow fugitives reach an isolated farming settlement where the men are all away, it creates tension with the local women. Things get direr when rumors of hidden money arise, and Canfield discovers that the man who framed him is part of the community.
The Man from Planet XThe Man from Planet X · 1951
The Man from Planet X
5.91951
MovieScience FictionThriller
While watching for a planet that may collide with earth, scientists stationed in Scotland are approached by a visitor from outer space.
The Desert HawkThe Desert Hawk · 1950
The Desert Hawk
5.41950
MovieActionAdventure
A desert guerilla, with flashing scimitar, opposes a tyrannical prince and marries the caliph's daughter.
At Sword's PointAt Sword's Point · 1952
At Sword's Point
5.11952
MovieAdventureAction
France, 1648: Richelieu and Louis XIII are dead, the new king is a minor, and the Duc de Lavalle is in virtually open rebellion, scheming to seize power. As a last resort, Queen Anne summons the heirs of the original Musketeers to her aid...including Claire, daughter of Athos, who when she chooses can miraculously pass as a boy, and wields as fine a sword as any. All their skills will be needed for a battle against increasing odds. One for all and all for one! Written by Rod Crawford
Son of SinbadSon of Sinbad · 1955
Son of Sinbad
5.11955
MovieAdventureFantasy
Legendary pirate and adventurer Sinbad is in single-minded pursuit of two things: beautiful women and a substance called Greek Fire--an early version of gunpowder.
Problem GirlsProblem Girls · 1953
Problem Girls
4.51953
MovieDramaMystery
A medical student learns about a scheme to drug a girl and pass her off as an heiress to an oil fortune.
Indestructible ManIndestructible Man · 1956
Indestructible Man
4.41956
MovieCrimeHorror
A scientific experiment involving subjecting a corpse to an extreme charge of electricity accidentally revives an executed criminal and makes him impervious to harm, allowing him to seek revenge on his former partners, and deal similarly with anyone else who gets in his way.
Captain John Smith and PocahontasCaptain John Smith and Pocahontas · 1953
Captain John Smith and Pocahontas
3.41953
MovieRomanceDrama
With the help of Pocahontas, Captain John Smith overcomes the treachery of some of his men and resentment of the local Native Americans to establish the colony of Jamestown.

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