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David Lean
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David Lean

Creator · born March 25, 1908 · died 1991

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Sir David Lean was an English filmmaker and editor, widely considered one of the most important figures of British cinema.

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  1. ~46Named Golden Bear1954
  2. ~49Received the Golden Globe Award for Best Director1957
  3. ~49Notable work: The Bridge on the River Kwai1957
  4. 50Received the Academy Award for Best DirectorMarch 26, 1958
  5. ~54Notable work: Lawrence of Arabia1962
  6. 57Notable work: Doctor ZhivagoDecember 22, 1965

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