Terence Young

Film director known for 'Dr. No'

Terence Young - Film director known for 'Dr. No'
Born

June 20th, 1915
109 years ago

Died

September 7th, 1994
30 years ago — 79 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United Kingdom

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A director and screenwriter, contributions to cinema include directing several iconic films, particularly in the James Bond franchise. Directed 'Dr. No' in 1962, which launched the series. Also directed 'From Russia with Love' and 'Thunderball', solidifying the genre of spy thrillers. In addition to Bond films, directed 'Wait Until Dark', which featured Audrey Hepburn. His style often combined suspense with charismatic performances, influencing subsequent filmmakers in the action genre.

Directed 'Dr. No'

Directed 'From Russia with Love'

Directed 'Thunderball'

Directed 'Wait Until Dark'

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