Jack Couffer

Director · Producer· Upland, California, USA

Jack Couffer was an American cinematographer, director, and author known for his work on nature films and documentaries. He began his career as a combat photographer during World War II. Couffer worked on several Disney nature films, including The Living Desert (1953) and The African Lion (1955). He directed Ring of Bright Water (1969), a film about a pet otter, and co-directed The Hellstrom Chronicle (1971), which won an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature. Couffer's work often focused on the natural world, showcasing his passion for wildlife and environmental conservation.

Filmography

8 credits across 2 departments.

Year	Title	Role	Type
1983	Never Cry Wolf	Producer	Film
1979	Adventures of the Wilderness Family 3	Director	Film
1972	Living Free	Director	Film
1969	Ring of Bright Water	Director	Film
1965	A Country Coyote Goes Hollywood	Director	Film
1965	A Country Coyote Goes Hollywood	Co-Producer	Film
1961	Nikki, Wild Dog of the North	Director	Film
1956	Running Target	Producer	Film

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