Robert Milton Young
American film director (1924–2024)
Robert Milton Young was an American film and television director, cinematographer, screenwriter, and producer. Young was considered a trailblazer in the independent filmmaking sector and for frequently casting Edward James Olmos in his movies, directing him in Alambrista! (1977), The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez (1982), Saving Grace (1986), Triumph of the Spirit (1989), Talent for the Game (1991), Roosters (1993), Slave of Dreams (1995), and Caught (1996). He produced Olmos's directorial debut, American Me (1992).
Filmography in the catalog
Credited on 4 films (1966–1975) — matched by name in the Creator or Credits field.
| Year ▲ | Title | Creator | Length | Format | Color | Sound |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | Nothing But a Man | macmil | 92 min. | 16mm | B&W | |
| 1975 | Escape to Witch Mountain | John Hough | 97 min | Color | ||
| 1975 | Search For The Great Apes | Natl Geographic Society / Educational Services | 60 min | 16mm | sound | |
| 1975 | Search for the great apes | National Geographic Society | 52 | 16mm | Color | sound |