Back to peopleEmile ArdolinoKnown forDirectingBornMay 9, 1943DiedNovember 20, 1993Place of birthMaspeth, New York, USABiographyLife and careerEmile Ardolino (May 9, 1943 – November 20, 1993) was an American film director, choreographer, and producer, best known for his films Dirty Dancing (1987) and Sister Act (1992).Filmography4 filmsAll4Acting1Crew4Sister Act1992Director3 Men and a Little Lady1990DirectorChances Are1989DirectorDirty Dancing1987as Cameo (uncredited)Director