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- Died
- Carl Lerner was born on June 17, 1912 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. He was an editor and director, known for Black Like Me (1964), Klute (1971) and 12 Angry Men (1957). He was married to Gerda Lerner. He died on August 26, 1973 in New York City, New York, USA.
- SpouseGerda Lerner(1941 - August 26, 1973) (his death, 2 children)
- Charter member of Film Editors Local 776.
- Held an MA in Theatre Arts from Temple University. Started his career as an actor with repertory companies in Philadelphia and New York. Subsequently worked in the editing department of Columbia studios, before becoming a free-lance editor. In later years lectured in film technique at New York City College and the School of Visual Arts.
- Married to Dr. Gerda Lerner who started the first university college and graduate programs for on Women and Society in the United States.
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