David Lean: An Intimate Portrait

by Lady Sandra Lean, Barry Chattington

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 classics of the cinematic age as Brief Encounter, Great Expectations, Lawrence of Arabia, Bridge on the River Kwai, Dr Zhivago and A Passage 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and work, combining the testimony of David's friends and colleagues with over 300 images, many of which are previously unpublished.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.

240 pages, Hardcover

First published October 1, 2001

Reviews

[Mike · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was art director and visual (and general) researcher of this book. Think of it as a companion book to Kevin Brownlow's biography - it has loads of pictures that Brownlow's book lacked - many were chosen based on what I had wanted to see in his book. Many photographs by Lean himself - as well as being a great director he was a brilliant photographer. I own and have read every book written about Lean and/or his films.