Neil Canton
American film producer (born 1948)
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Neil Canton (born 30 May 1948)[1] is an American film producer from New York City best known for his work on the Back to the Future trilogy.[2] Canton currently serves as an instructor and mentor at the American Film Institute Conservatory as a member of the Producing faculty.[citation needed]
Neil Canton | |
|---|---|
| Born | 30 May 1948[1] |
| Alma mater | American University |
| Occupation | Film producer |
| Relatives | Mark Canton (brother) |
Early life
His younger brother, Mark Canton, is also a film producer.[3]
Education
Canton studied at the American University (DC). He graduated in 1970.
Filmography
He was a producer in all films unless otherwise noted.
Film
| Year | Film | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| 1980 | Blood Beach | Associate producer |
| 1984 | The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension | |
| 1985 | Back to the Future | |
| 1987 | The Witches of Eastwick | |
| 1988 | Caddyshack II | |
| 1989 | Back to the Future Part II | |
| 1990 | Back to the Future Part III | |
| 1992 | Trespass | |
| 1993 | Geronimo: An American Legend | |
| 1995 | Money Train | |
| 2000 | Duets | Executive producer |
| Get Carter | ||
| 2001 | Angel Eyes | Executive producer |
| 2002 | Interstate 60 | |
| Trapped | Executive producer | |
| 2005 | Land of the Dead | Co-producer |
- Miscellaneous crew
| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | What's Up, Doc? | Production aide | |
| 1973 | Paper Moon | Production assistant | |
| 1976 | Nickelodeon | Production assistant | |
| 1978 | The Last Waltz | Production assistant | Concert film |
| 1979 | The Warriors | Assistant to Walter Hill | |
| 2018 | The Other Side of the Wind | Production associate |
Awards
Wins
- Western Heritage Awards: Theatrical Motion Picture, for Geronimo: An American Legend (1993).
Nominations
- BAFTA Awards: BAFTA Film Award for Best Film, for Back to the Future (1985).
