David Maysles was born on January 10, 1931 in Brookline, Massachusetts, USA. He was a director and cinematographer, known for Grey Gardens (1975), Gimme Shelter (1970) and Salesman (1969). He died on January 3, 1987 in New York City, New York, USA.
Semi-underground documentary film maker, usually in collaboration with his brother Albert. Held a degree in psychology from Boston University. In films from 1956.