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Jesse V. Johnson

A former stuntman turned filmmaker, Jesse V. Johnson crafts gritty action thrillers that explore the relentless struggle of men trying to escape their violent pasts.

Born

November 29, 1971

From

Winchester, England, UK

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Stunts

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Decades active

In short · Directing since 1994, 4 decades active, 36 credits.

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Biography

Jesse V. Johnson is a stunt coordinator and filmmaker born on November 29, 1971, in Winchester, England, UK. He is known primarily for his work in the action genre, with films such as the 2009 revenge thriller *The Butcher* and the crime drama *Charlie Valentine*. Johnson often collaborates with actors Keith David and Steven Bauer, and many of his films feature protagonists attempting to escape a violent past.

Before entering filmmaking, Johnson worked as a stunt performer and later as a stunt coordinator. His stunt performance credits include *Mission: Impossible III*, *Charlie's Angels*, *Mars Attacks!*, *Planet of the Apes*, *Starship Troopers*, *War of the Worlds*, *Total Recall*, and *Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines*. He also served as a stunt coordinator for *Beowulf*.

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