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David Lean: A Self Portrait

David Lean: A Self Portrait

1971•58m
Documentary

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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Production

Thomas Craven Film Corporation, Pyramid Films

Language

EN

Status

Released

Release Date

Cast

David Lean

David Lean

Self

Robert Bolt

Robert Bolt

Self

Anthony Havelock-Allan

Self

Freddie Young

Freddie Young

Self

Sam Spiegel

Sam Spiegel

Self

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