Robert M. Young

Robert Milton Young (November 22, 1924 – February 6, 2024) was an American film and television director, cinematographer, screenwriter, and producer. Young was considered a trailblazer in the independent filmmaking sector and for frequently casting Edward James Olmos in his movies, directing him in Alambrista! (1977), The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez (1982), Saving Grace (1986), Triumph of the Spirit (1989), Talent for the Game (1991), Roosters (1993), Slave of Dreams (1995), and Caught (1996). He produced Olmos's directorial debut, American Me (1992).

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Caught 1996Movie Director

American Me 1992Movie Producer

Talent for the Game 1991Movie Director

Extremities 1986Movie Director

Triumph of the Spirit 1989Movie Director

Nothing But a Man 1964Movie Writer, Cinematography

The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez 1983Movie Director, Screenplay

Short Eyes 1977Movie Director

The Plot Against Harry 1971Movie Cinematography, Producer

One Trick Pony 1980Movie Director

Saving Grace 1986Movie Director