Jerome Hill

Biography

Jerome Hill was a visionary American filmmaker and artist known for his documentary and experimental films. His notable work includes the Academy Award-winning documentary "Albert Schweitzer" (1957) and the autobiographical film "Film Portrait" (1972), which was added to the National Film Registry in 2003. A painter, composer, and philanthropist, Hill founded the Jerome Foundation in 1964, supporting non-profit arts organizations and artists through grants.