John A. Russo

Biography

John A. Russo, sometimes credited as Jack Russo or John Russo, is an American screenwriter and film director most commonly associated with the 1968 horror classic film Night of the Living Dead, which he co-wrote with director George Romero.

Known For

Night of the Living Dead

as Washington Military Reporter

More Brains! A Return to the Living Dead

as Himself

The Majorettes

as Coroner

Smoke and Mirrors: The Story of Tom Savini

as Self

Santa Claws

as Detective

Killer Campout

as Burt

Crackcoon

as Lewis Smith

The Booby Hatch

as Doctor / Various Characters (uncredited)

The History of Metal and Horror

as Self

Horror Effects: Hosted by Tom Savini

as Himself