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Sir David Lean

director, editor, producer, writer
Born: 3/25/1908
Birthplace: Croydon, England

Academy Award-winning director, editor, producer, and writer known for his craftmanship behind the camera. His films include The Bridge on the River Kwai (1957), Lawrence of Arabia (1962), and Passage to India (1984).

Died: 4/16/1991

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