Charles E. Roberts (writer)

Charles E. Roberts (May 22, 1894 – November 10, 1951) was an American screenwriter and film director. He worked on over a hundred short films and feature films. As a writer he is particularly noted for his work on the Mexican Spitfire series for RKO Pictures.[1] He had previously made a number of two-reel shorts featuring Leon Errol.[2]

Charles E. Roberts
BornMay 22, 1894
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
DiedNovember 10, 1951 (aged 57)
Los Angeles, California, United States
Occupation(s)Writer, director
Years active1931–1951 (film)

Selected filmography

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References

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  1. ^ Jewell & Harbin p.153
  2. ^ Vogel p.208

Bibliography

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  • Jewell, Richard B. & Harbin, Vernon. The RKO Story. Arlington House, 1982.
  • Vogel, Michelle. Lupe Velez: The Life and Career of Hollywood's "Mexican Spitfire". McFarland, 2012.
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