James Polakof, Ph.D. is a renowned figure in the film industry, boasting a plethora of accomplishments as a writer, producer, and director. His impressive repertoire includes writing, producing, and directing several theatrical films, each boasting a talented ensemble cast. These films include "Silence", starring the iconic Will Geer; "Memory of Us", featuring Jon Cypher, Ellen Geer, and Rosemarie; "He Is My Brother", starring Bobby Sherman, Keenan Wynn, and Benson Fong; "Sunburst", featuring Robert Englund, James Keach, Rudy Vallee, and Kathrine Baumann; "Love & the Midnight Auto Supply", starring Michael Parks, Linda Crystal, John Ireland, and Rory Calhoun; "Swim Team", featuring Stephen Furst, Jenny Neumann, and Buster Crabbe; "Dark Eyes", starring Lana Wood, Kabir Bedi, Britt Ekland, Don Galloway, and John Carradine; "Balboa", featuring Tony Curtis, Carol Lynley, Chuck Connors, Sonny Bono, Steve Kanaly, and Jennifer Chase; "The Vals", starring Sue Ane Langdon, Sonny Bono, Jill Carroll, and John Carradine; and "It's Only Make Believe", starring Randy Friske, Barbara Bogar, and Donna Cherry.
In addition to his work in feature films, Polakof has also made a name for himself in the world of documentaries. His award-winning documentaries, including "Looking Better through the Art of Cosmetic Surgery", featuring the inimitable Phyllis Diller, and "Here's Baby", featuring Gary Collins and Mary Ann Mobley, showcase his versatility and expertise in the field.
Polakof's latest venture is his novel, "Rebirth of Erin O'Brien", which was published in 2017 and is available through Amazon and Kindle. He has also completed a television limited series treatment based on this novel, further solidifying his reputation as a creative force to be reckoned with in the entertainment industry.
