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Emile 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).
Emile Ardolino was an American director and producer recognized for his background as a choreographer and his transition from PBS arts programming to feature filmmaking.
He is best known for directing the successful musical films Dirty Dancing and Sister Act, as well as his extensive contributions to the PBS Dance in America television series.
He focused on musical films, dance documentaries, and performance capture for television, often integrating his expertise as a professional choreographer into his directorial style.