Nationality: Austrian
Birthdate: 04/24/1924
Birthplace: Vienna, Austria
Executive who began his involvement with film after WWII, when he served as a civilian film advisor for the U.S. War Department. After many years working in foreign sales and distribution for United Artists, Pleskow became their executive vice president and chief operating officer in 1973. Five years later, however, he left UA to co-found Orion Pictures Corporation, where he served as president and CEO until 1991.
Called into the Army before graduation; discharged in 1946
1946
Served as film officer, US War Department
Worked as assistant general manager with Motion Picture Export Association in Germany
Served as continental representative for Sol Loesser Productions
