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Kevin Rafferty
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| Born | May 25, 1947 Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.
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| Died | July 2, 2020 (aged 73) Manhattan, New York City, U.S.
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| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Cinematographer Film director Film producer |
| Known for | Documentary films |
Kevin Gelshenen Rafferty II (May 25, 1947 – July 2, 2020) was an American filmmaker. He was known for making documentary films. These films show real-life events and people. Kevin Rafferty worked as a director, producer, and cinematographer. He is most famous for his 1982 film, The Atomic Cafe.
About Kevin Rafferty
Kevin Rafferty was born in Boston, Massachusetts. This happened on May 25, 1947. He went to Harvard University to study architecture. Later, he studied film at the California Institute of the Arts.
He helped teach Michael Moore about filmmaking. This was for Moore's film Roger & Me in 1989. Michael Moore has said Kevin Rafferty influenced his work.
Kevin Rafferty worked with his brother, Pierce Rafferty, and Jayne Loader. Together, they made The Atomic Cafe. This film became a "cult classic." A cult classic is a film that is very popular with a small group of fans.
He directed, produced, and filmed many documentaries. Some of these include Blood in the Face, The War Room, Feed, and The Last Cigarette. His last film was Harvard Beats Yale 29-29.
Kevin Rafferty was related to important people. He was the nephew of Barbara Bush. This made him a cousin of George W. Bush.
Kevin Rafferty passed away on July 2, 2020. He was 73 years old. He died from cancer at his home in Manhattan.
Films by Kevin Rafferty
Kevin Rafferty worked on many films. He was a director, producer, or cinematographer for these projects.
As Director or Producer
- Harvard Beats Yale 29-29 (2008)
- Who Wants to Be President? (2000)
- The Last Cigarette (1999)
- Feed (1992)
- Blood in the Face (1991)
- Radio Bikini (1988)
- The Atomic Cafe (1982)
- Hurry Tomorrow (1975)
As Cinematographer
- Good Money (1996)
- The War Room (1993)
- Roger & Me (1989)
