Timothy Asch
Birth date
July 16, 1932
Death date
October 3, 1994
Place of birth
Southampton, New York, USA
Profession
Directing
Age
62 years
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Biography
Timothy Asch (July 16, 1932 – October 3, 1994) was an American anthropologist, photographer, and ethnographic filmmaker. Along with John Marshall and Robert Gardner, Asch played an important role in the development of visual anthropology. He is particularly known for his film "The Ax Fight" and his role with the USC Center for Visual Anthropology.
