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 ACTON, Calif– John “Bud” Cardos, a stuntman, animal wrangler and director of films including “The Red, White and Black,” “Kingdom of the Spiders” and “The Dark,” died at his ranch here Dec. 31. He was 91.
Among the other films he directed were the movies in episode 519- OUTLAW (OF GOR) and episode 1204- THE DAY TIME ENDED. The Hollywood Reporter has the story. Thanks to Gordon for the heads up, and thanks to Rick and Tim for the assists. 
Tickets are on sale now for $10, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting MST3K makeup artist Crist Ballas. Also, be sure to check out The Mads’ new official YouTube channel.  Rome, Italy — Italian actor Sandro Dori, who played supporting roles in about a hundred films, has died at a hospital here Feb. 15. He was 82. He also worked in theater and did voice work.
Fans of Italian movies might remember his role as Dr. Zucconi in “Il Prof. Dott. Guido Tersilli Primario Della Clinica Villa Celeste Convenzionata Con Le Mutue.” MSTies will remember his uncredited role as Stud in the movie in episode 1013- DIABOLIK. Thanks to Gordon for the heads up and for this link to a Google Translation of his obit. |
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