Karel Reisz
Film director, known for 'The French Lieutenant's Woman'
Film director, known for 'The French Lieutenant's Woman'
A Czech-English director and producer, influential in British cinema during the 1960s and 1970s. Contributed to the British New Wave film movement. Directed several acclaimed films, including 'Saturday Night and Sunday Morning' and 'The French Lieutenant's Woman'. Worked as a producer on notable projects while mentoring emerging filmmakers. Also collaborated on television productions, contributing to documentaries and drama series.
Directed 'Saturday Night and Sunday Morning'
Directed 'The French Lieutenant's Woman'
Produced 'The Ploughman's Lunch'
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