Robert Rossen

1908–1966 (age 58)

Film director/Screenwriter

Biography

Robert Rossen was a singular voice in mid-century American cinema, directing and scripting films such as Body and Soul, The Hustler, and All the King's Men that probed moral ambiguity and political tension.

Even as he endured political scrutiny during the McCarthy era, Rossen remained committed to storytelling that honored ordinary people and their struggles, leaving a legacy that continues to influence filmmakers; he rests at Westchester Hills Cemetery.

Did you know Robert Rossen?

Help us tell their story. Share a memory, upload a gravestone photo, or correct any details.

Also buried at Westchester Hills Cemetery

Morris Shamos
1917–2002 (age 85)
Westchester Hills Cemetery
Morris Shamos (1917-2002) was an American from Cleveland whose grave is at Westchester Hills Cemetery.
Frances Gershwin
1906–1999 (age 93)
Westchester Hills Cemetery
Frances Gershwin (1906–1999) was an American singer and performer from Manhattan interred at Westchester Hills Cemeter...
Abraham Binder
1895–1966 (age 71)
Westchester Hills Cemetery
Abraham Binder was a Bronx-born composer and music educator who made significant contributions to American music.
Stanley P. Friedman
1925–2006 (age 81)
Westchester Hills Cemetery
Stanley P. Friedman (1925-2006) was an American New York City Democratic politician who served on the City Council and w...
Emanuel Klaften
1892–1971 (age 79)
Westchester Hills Cemetery
Emanuel Klaften was an American resident of Brody who lived from 1892 to 1971.
Stephen Samuel Wise
1874–1949 (age 75)
Westchester Hills Cemetery
Stephen Samuel Wise was a prominent rabbi and Zionist leader born in Budapest who lived from 1874 to 1949.