Danny Lerner

Danny Lerner

Deceased · Born: Jan 1, 1952 · Died: Mar 6, 2015

Personal Details

BornJan 1, 1952 Haifa, Israel

Biography

Danny Lerner's remarkable journey in the entertainment industry began in Israel, where he initially focused on film distribution before transitioning to managing a cinema chain. His professional trajectory took a significant turn in 1986 when he joined Nu World Productions, marking the onset of his illustrious career as a producer.

Throughout his tenure, Lerner has produced an impressive array of over 70 films, showcasing his versatility and adaptability. His cinematic endeavors have taken him to various exotic locations, including South Africa, Namibia, Israel, Mexico, Bulgaria, Canada, and the United States.

In 2003, Lerner co-founded Tosca Pictures alongside his long-time friend and collaborator, Les Weldon. This partnership has yielded numerous successful projects, with both individuals continuing to work closely together on future endeavors.

As a director, Lerner has demonstrated his range with credits such as "Traitor's Heart" (1999),which starred Bryan Genesse, and "Shark Zone" (2003),featuring Dean Cochran. His subsequent directorial efforts include "Raging Sharks" (2005),"Rin Tin Tin" (2006),"Shark in Venice" (2007),and "Direct Contact" (2008),starring Dolph Lundgren.

Career

2020
2010
Cool Dog
Cool Dog as Director, Writer
2009
The Assassin Next Door
The Assassin Next Door as Director, Writer
Direct Contact
Direct Contact as Director, Story
2008
Shark in Venice
Shark in Venice as Director, Writer
2007
2005
Raging Sharks
Raging Sharks as Director
2003
Shark Zone
Shark Zone as Director, Writer
1999
Traitor's Heart
Traitor's Heart as Director, Writer