John Smallcombe

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John Smallcombe

Biography

John Smallcombe started his career at the age of 17 as a tea-boy in London at Hemdale Film Company. He quickly transitioned into physical film production, working as a runner and then as an assistant director. Throughout his career, he collaborated with luminaries such as Fred Zinnemann, Michael Apted, Hugh Hudson, Richard Lester, and Ken Russell. His credits include "Lucky Lady," "Tommy," "Mahler," "Chariots of Fire," and "Triple Echo." In 2000, John moved to Los Angeles to work with multi-Oscar-winning producer John Daly on notable films like "Terminator," "Platoon," "Salvador," and "The Last Emperor." He also co-produced "Love at First Ki...

Production

1987

An African Dream

as Director

1987

1987

An African Dream

as Producer

1975

The Spiral Staircase

as Assistant Director Trainee

1974

Juggernaut

as Assistant Director Trainee

2004

Jacked$

as Production Manager

1981

Cattle Annie and Little Britches

as Third Assistant Director

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