Biography
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.
Known For
The Howling
Gas Station Attendant (uncredited)
The Firm
Lawyer Recruiter
American Grindhouse
Himself
Hollywood Boulevard
Scotty
The Slams
Portable Toilet Delivery Man (uncredited)
Cannonball
All-Night Gas Station Attendant
Corman's World
Self - Filmmaker (archive footage)
Machete Maidens Unleashed...
Self
Roger Corman: Hollywood's...
Self
Truck Turner
Cook (uncredited)