S. Lee Pogostin
S. Lee Pogostin was an American screenwriter and director recognized for his work in television and film. Born in Jersey City, he enlisted in the U.S. Army at the age of 15 by lying about his age. Pogostin began his career writing for radio before transitioning to television, where he wrote for series such as Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre, earning a Primetime Emmy nomination in 1966 for the episode "The Game". He wrote and directed the film Hard Contract (1969), starring James Coburn and Lee Remick. Pogostin's work was noted for its depth and character-driven narratives, contributing significantly to television and film during his career.
Crew
Movie
High Road to China
Screenplay
1983
Movie
Pressure Point
Screenplay
1962
Movie
The UFO Incident
Teleplay
1975
Movie
Golden Needles
Writer
1974
Movie
Hard Contract
Director
1969
Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre
Director
1963
Movie
Nightmare Honeymoon
Writer
1974
Movie
Synanon
Writer
1965
Movie
The Moon and Sixpence
Teleplay
1959
Movie
When Hell Was in Session
Teleplay
1979
Movie
Life Sentence
Writer
1953
Movie
Something For An Empty Briefcase
Writer
1953