Ruth Orkin

Ruth Orkin

American photographer and filmmaker (1921-1985)

Ruth Orkin was an American photographer, photojournalist, and filmmaker, with ties to New York City and Hollywood. Known for her photograph An American Girl in Italy (1951), she photographed many celebrities and personalities including Lauren Bacall, Doris Day, Ava Gardner, Tennessee Williams, Marlon Brando, and Alfred Hitchcock.

Filmography in the catalog

Credited on 2 films (1953–1955) — matched by name in the Creator or Credits field.

Year ▼ Title CreatorLengthFormatColorSound
1955 Lovers And Lollipops. Morris Engel 84 min. 35mm B&W sound
1953 Little fugitive M. Engel 75 16mm B&W sound