Jonathan Kaplan
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Jonathan Kaplan (November 25, 1947 - August 1, 2025) was an American film producer and director. Kaplan was born in Paris, France. He was the son of film composer Sol Kaplan and actress Frances Heflin; the nephew of actor Van Heflin. He was the brother of actresses Nora Heflin and Mady Kaplan. His film The Accused (1988), earned actress Jodie Foster her first Oscar for Best Actress and was nominated for the Golden Bear at the 39th Berlin International Film Festival. Kaplan received 5 Emmy nominations for his roles directing and producing ER. Kaplan directed Rod Stewart's music video for "Infatuation" in 1984.
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Bad Girls (1994)
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The Accused (1988)
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Unlawful Entry (1992)
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Brokedown Palace (1999)
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Project X (1987)
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Love Field (1992)
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Mr. Billion (1977)
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Truck Turner (1974)
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Over the Edge (1979)
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Immediate Family (1989)
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Girls of the White Orchid (1983)
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Night Call Nurses (1972)
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White Line Fever (1975)
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Heart Like a Wheel (1983)
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11th Victim (1984)
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The Slams (1973)
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Reform School Girl (1994)
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The Hustler of Muscle Beach (1980)
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The Student Teachers (1973)
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Picture Windows: Language of the Heart (1995)
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The Gentleman Bandit (1981)
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