Emile Ardolino
Biography
Emile Ardolino was an American film director, choreographer, and producer. He was born on May 9, 1943, in Maspeth, New York, United States. He died on November 20, 1993, at the age of 50. Ardolino is best known for directing the films Dirty Dancing, released in 1987, and Sister Act, released in 1992. His professional career in the film industry included twenty known credits in directing. Throughout his life and career, he was also known by the alternative name Emile Ardoli. Additional biographical details, such as awards, viewership numbers, or other personal relationships, are not documented in the provided reference materials. His work primarily centers on his contributions to film directing and choreography.
Career overview
Emile Ardolino was an American film director, choreographer, and producer. Born in Maspeth, New York, USA, on May 9, 1943, he became best known for directing the films Dirty Dancing in 1987 and Sister Act in 1992. His career in the entertainment industry encompassed twenty known credits in directing.
Throughout his life and career, Ardolino was also known by the alternative name Emile Ardoli. He passed away on November 20, 1993, at the age of fifty.
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Full Filmography
24 titles- Gypsy (1994) Director
- Gypsy (1994) Producer
- The Nutcracker (1993) Director
- Sister Act (1992) Director
- 3 Men and a Little Lady (1990) Director
- Chances Are (1989) Director
- Dirty Dancing (1987) as Cameo (uncredited)
- Dirty Dancing (1987) Director
- The Rise and Rise of Daniel Rocket (1986) Director
- A Midsummer Night's Dream (1985) Director
- Good Morning, Mr. Orwell (1984) Director
- He Makes Me Feel Like Dancin' (1983) Director
- American Playhouse (1982) Director
- Faerie Tale Theatre (1982) Director
- Alice at the Palace (1982) Director
- Rumpelstiltskin (1982) Director
- Leonard Bernstein's Mass (1981) Director
- Nureyev and the Joffrey Ballet: Tribute to Nijinsky (1980) Producer
- Nureyev and the Joffrey Ballet: Tribute to Nijinsky (1980) Director
- When Hell Freezes Over, I'll Skate (1979) Director
- When Hell Freezes Over, I'll Skate (1979) Producer
- Baryshnikov at the White House (1979) Director
- Live from Lincoln Center (1976) Producer
- The Responsive Eye (1965) Assistant Camera
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Emile Ardolino best known for?
Emile Ardolino is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Sister Act (1992), 3 Men and a Little Lady (1990), Chances Are (1989), Dirty Dancing (1987).
When and where was Emile Ardolino born?
Emile Ardolino was born on May 9, 1943 in Maspeth, New York, USA. They passed away on November 20, 1993.
How many credits does Emile Ardolino have?
Emile Ardolino has accumulated over 24 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1965 to 1994.
What is Emile Ardolino's background in cinema and television?
Emile Ardolino was an American film director, choreographer, and producer. He was born on May 9, 1943, in Maspeth, New York, United States. He died on November 20, 1993, at the age of 50. Ardolino is best known for directing the films Dirty Dancing, released in 1987, and Sister Act, released in 1992. His professional c...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Dirty Dancing (1987) as Cameo (uncredited) — aged about 44
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