Allan Ekelund

Swedish director and producer

Allan Ekelund - Swedish director and producer
Born

January 16th, 1918
107 years ago

Died

2009
16 years ago — 91 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Sweden

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Significant contributions were made in the Swedish film industry as a director and producer. Involved in various film projects, including roles as a production manager. Worked on both feature films and television productions, leaving a mark through a combination of technical expertise and creative vision.

Directed and produced numerous Swedish films

Served as production manager on various projects

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