David Lean: An Intimate Portrait - Hardcover

Lean, Sandra; Chattington, Barry

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0789306263 ISBN 13: 9780789306265

Publisher: Universe Pub, 2001

Synopsis

David Lean was one of the greatest moviemakers of the twentieth century. He had an astonishing career that spanned six decades and included such diverse clics of the cinematic age as Brief Encounter, Great Expectations, Lawrence of Arabia, Bridge on the River Kwai, Dr Zhivago and A Page to India. Here, Lady Lean has written a highly personal account of her late husband's life and work, combining the testimony of David's friends and colleagues with over 300 images, many of which are previously unpublished. David Lean - An Intimate Portrait is a unique, often moving study of an extraordinary man, whose work continues to entertain millions around the world and who is still perceived by many in the cinema industry today as the ultimate film-maker.

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About the Author

Sandra Lean studied dance and theatre then went on to study languages in France and Spain. She lived in Portugal for eight years before returning to become an art dealer of old master paintings. She met David Lean in 1983 and they married in 1990. Barry Chattington started his career as a film editor, before becoming a director. For two years he was Chairman of the Directors' Guild of Great Britain. He now divides his time between writing, running a film production company and an interactive multimedia company. He lives in London.

Edition details

• Publisher: Universe Pub
• Publication date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0789306263
• ISBN 13: 9780789306265
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 240