Bryan Forbes

English actor and film director

Bryan Forbes - English actor and film director
Born

July 22nd, 1926
99 years ago

Died

May 8th, 2013
12 years ago — 86 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United Kingdom

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An English actor, director, producer, and screenwriter with a career spanning several decades. Expanded the traditional roles of cinema through directorial work and founded a production company. Contributed to the British film industry with films that showcased the complexities of human relationships and societal issues. Achieved recognition for directing film adaptations of literary works, enhancing the cultural landscape of British cinema.

Directed 'The Rise and Rise of Michael Rimmer'

Wrote and directed 'The L-Shaped Room'

Starred in 'The League of Gentlemen'

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