John Richardson
Actor
About John Richardson
John Richardson appears to have had an extremely brief acting career, with his only known credit being in the 1977 Italian science fiction film 'War of the Planets' (original title: 'Guerra dei pianeti'). This film was part of a series of low-budget Italian sci-fi productions released in the late 1970s, directed by Alfonso Brescia. The film was one of several space-themed movies that capitalized on the popularity of Star Wars, though with significantly lower budgets and production values. Richardson's role in the film appears to have been minor, as detailed information about his character or performance is scarce. The fact that his known filmography spans only 1977 suggests either a very brief career in the industry or possibly a single appearance before pursuing other interests. The film itself was released in Italy and later distributed internationally, becoming a cult favorite among fans of European science fiction cinema.
The Craft
Milestones
- Appeared in 'War of the Planets' (1977)
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Why They Matter
Impact on Culture
John Richardson's contribution to cinema appears to be minimal, limited to a single role in a 1977 Italian science fiction film. While 'War of the Planets' has gained some cult status among European sci-fi enthusiasts, Richardson's individual impact on film history remains negligible due to the lack of additional credits or information about his career.
Lasting Legacy
As an actor with only one known film credit, John Richardson's legacy in cinema history is extremely limited. His name is primarily associated with the 1977 Italian sci-fi film 'War of the Planets', which itself is remembered more as a product of its time and the Italian film industry's response to the international science fiction boom of the late 1970s.
Who They Inspired
Given the brevity of his known film career, there is no documented evidence of John Richardson influencing other actors or filmmakers. His single appearance in 'War of the Planets' does not appear to have made a significant impact on subsequent cinema or performers.
Off Screen
Very little information is available about John Richardson's personal life, given his brief appearance in cinema. His single known film credit suggests he may have been a peripheral figure in the film industry rather than a dedicated actor.
Did You Know?
- Only known film appearance was in the Italian sci-fi film 'War of the Planets' (1977)
- The film was also known by the alternative title 'Cosmic War 2000'
- The film was part of a series of Italian space operas released in the late 1970s
- Director Alfonso Brescia made several similar sci-fi films during this period
- The film attempted to capitalize on the success of Star Wars (1977)
- Italian genre films of this era often featured international casts with minimal documentation
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was John Richardson?
John Richardson was an actor who appeared in only one known film, the 1977 Italian science fiction movie 'War of the Planets'. Very little information is available about his career or personal life beyond this single credit.
What film is John Richardson best known for?
John Richardson is known only for his appearance in 'War of the Planets' (1977), an Italian science fiction film directed by Alfonso Brescia that was released during the late 1970s sci-fi boom.
When was John Richardson active as an actor?
Based on available filmography information, John Richardson was only active as an actor in 1977, with his single known film credit that year.
What type of films did John Richardson appear in?
John Richardson appeared in a single Italian science fiction film, 'War of the Planets', which was part of a wave of European sci-fi productions inspired by the success of American space films in the late 1970s.
Is there much information available about John Richardson's career?
Very limited information is available about John Richardson's career. With only one known film credit, he appears to have had an extremely brief or possibly minor involvement in the film industry.
Films
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