David Lean: A Self Portrait
Synopsis
A television documentary on the life and career of British film director David Lean. Scenes of Lean directing are intercut with personal interviews in which the director explains his methods, the beginnings of his career, and his relationships with actors and actresses.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Thomas Craven
- Screenplay & Story
- Bert Shapiro
- Original Title
- David Lean: A Self Portrait
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 58m
- Production Studios
- Thomas Craven Film Corporation, Pyramid Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Thomas Craven
Bert Shapiro
Andrew Nemes, Pierre Streit
Christopher Andrews
Michael J. Shapiro, Thomas Craven
Department Leadership Roster
Andrew Nemes
Director of Photography
Pierre Streit
Director of Photography
Christopher Andrews
Editor
Thomas Craven
Director
Bert Shapiro
Writer
Thomas Craven
Producer
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What is David Lean: A Self Portrait about?
A television documentary on the life and career of British film director David Lean. Scenes of Lean directing are intercut with personal interviews in which the director explains his methods, the beginnings of his career, and his relationships with actors and actresses.
Who directed David Lean: A Self Portrait?
David Lean: A Self Portrait was directed by Thomas Craven.
Who stars in David Lean: A Self Portrait?
The principal cast of David Lean: A Self Portrait includes David Lean, Robert Bolt, Anthony Havelock-Allan, Freddie Young, Sam Spiegel.
When was David Lean: A Self Portrait released and how long is it?
David Lean: A Self Portrait was released in 1971 with a total runtime of 58m.