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About #David Lean

Sir David Lean (1908–1991) was an acclaimed English film director, editor, screenwriter, and producer. He is widely celebrated for his visually stunning, large-scale epic films and his masterful adaptations of classic literature, earning him multiple Academy Awards.

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Born: 1908-03-25
Born In: Croydon, Surrey, England
Died: 1991-04-16
Nationality: British
Professions: Film director, Film editor, Screenwriter, Film producer
Notable Works: The Bridge on the River Kwai, Lawrence of Arabia, Doctor Zhivago, Great Expectations, Brief Encounter, Oliver Twist, A Passage to India
Awards: Academy Award for Best Director (The Bridge on the River Kwai), Academy Award for Best Director (Lawrence of Arabia), AFI Life Achievement Award (1990), BAFTA Fellowship (1974), Golden Globe Award for Best Director (The Bridge on the River Kwai), Golden Globe Award for Best Director (Lawrence of Arabia), Golden Globe Award for Best Director (Doctor Zhivago), Knighted (1984)
Known For: Epic storytelling, Stunning visuals, Adaptations of classic literature

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Maverick: The Epic Adventures of David Lean - Full Story

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Maverick: The Epic Adventures of David Lean - Full Story

Discover the untold story of David Lean in 'Maverick.' From his 6 marriages to the critics who broke him for 14 years. Read the definitive deep dive.

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