Jack Couffer

Camera Dec 7, 1924 Jul 30, 2021 (aged 97) Upland, California, USA

Jack Couffer was an American cinematographer, director, and author known for his work on nature films and documentaries. He began his career as a combat photographer during World War II. Couffer worked on several Disney nature films, including The Living Desert (1953) and The African Lion (1955). He directed Ring of Bright Water (1969), a film about a pet otter, and co-directed The Hellstrom Chronicle (1971), which won an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature. Couffer's work often focused on the natural world, showcasing his passion for wildlife and environmental conservation.

1 Acting Credits

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Acting

Movie

The Disneyland Story

as Self

Screenplay

1956