Harold Becker


Harold Becker is an American film and television director, producer, and photographer, associated with the New Hollywood movement and best known for his work in the thriller genre. His films include The Onion Field, Taps, The Boost, Sea of Love, Malice, City Hall and Mercury Rising.

Biography

After studying art and photography at the Pratt Institute, Becker began his career as a still photographer, but later tried his hand at directing television commercials, short films and documentaries. Becker made his feature film debut in 1972 when he directed The Ragman's Daughter with Souter Harris.
Becker won the Mannheim-Heidelberg International Film Festival Gold Prize for his short film Ivanhoe Donaldson.

Filmography

Documentary short
Documentary film
  • Ivanhoe Donaldson
Feature film
YearTitleDirectorProducer
1972The Ragman's Daughter
1979The Onion Field
1980The Black Marble
1981Taps
1985Vision Quest
1987The Big Town
1988The Boost
1989Sea of Love
1993Malice
1996City Hall
1998Mercury Rising
2001Domestic Disturbance
2017Vengeance: A Love Story

Music video
YearTitleArtist
1985"Crazy for You"Madonna
1985"Gambler"Madonna

TV series
YearTitleEpisode
2007Masters of Science Fiction"Watchbird"