John Herzfeld is a renowned filmmaker who has made a significant impact in the industry. His HBO film, "Don King: Only in America," starring Ving Rhames, earned him a Directors Guild of America Award and an Emmy nomination. The film received widespread critical acclaim, with nominations for two Golden Globes, and won several prestigious awards, including the Critics Choice Award, the Writers Guild of America Award, and the Peabody Award.
Before transitioning to behind-the-camera work, Herzfeld had a successful acting career. He made appearances in notable films such as "Death Wish" and "Serpico," and guest-starred in numerous television shows, including "Kojak," "Baretta," and "Starsky & Hutch."
As a writer, producer, and director, Herzfeld has helmed several acclaimed television films, including "The Ryan White Story," "Daddy," "The Preppie Murder," "A Father's Revenge," and "Stoned." His work earned him a directing Emmy and a writing nomination.
Herzfeld's feature film credits include the stylishly searing "15 Minutes," starring Robert De Niro, Ed Burns, Kelsey Grammer, and Vera Farmiga, and the critically acclaimed "2 Days in the Valley," which introduced Charlize Theron to the world.
In addition to his work in feature films, Herzfeld co-wrote and directed "Escape Plan The Extractors," starring Sylvester Stallone and Dave Bautista.
In 2021, Herzfeld released his documentary, "KEEP PUNCHING The Making of Rocky vs Drago," which offers a candid, in-depth look at Sylvester Stallone as he re-cuts his iconic film, "ROCKY IV."
