David Lean: A Self Portrait (1971)

A television documentary on the life and career of British film director David Lean. Scenes of Lean directing are intercut with personal interviews in which the director explains his methods, the beginnings of his career, and his relationships with actors and actresses.

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David Lean

Self

Robert Bolt

Self

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Anthony Havelock-Allan

Self

Freddie Young

Self

Sam Spiegel

Self

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