Richard Lester

Known for Directing

1/19/1932(Age 93)

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.

Biography

Richard Lester (born 19 January 1932) is an American-born British-based film director notable for his work with The Beatles in the 1960s and his work on the Superman film series in the 1980s.

Known For (21 credits)

6.8

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The Enigmatic Charlotte Rampling

2023

Screen icon Charlotte Rampling has fascinated the world of cinema, fashion and photography with her mysterious and almost inaccessible beauty. A major figure in genre and auteur films, she is unclassifiable: between presence and absence, shyness and audacity, she's always hypnotic, magnetic and fascinating. From her film debut in the mid-1960s in England, to her unconventional career path, through the tragic loss suicide of her older sister that will irremediably mark her acting, this film is a dive into the existential quest of a complex actress, whose every facet is discovered through her roles. Through a conversation with the actress herself, along with personal archives and extracts from her films, this documentary raws a dazzling portrait of her life and career.

The Beatles: Eight Days a Week - The Touring Years

7.5

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The Beatles: Eight Days a Week - The Touring Years

2016

The Beatles stormed through Europe's music scene in 1963, and, in 1964, they conquered America. Their groundbreaking world tours changed global youth culture forever and, arguably, invented mass entertainment as we know it today. All the while, the group were composing and recording a series of extraordinarily successful singles and albums. However the relentless pressure of such unprecedented fame, that in 1966 became uncontrollable turmoil, led to the decision to stop touring. In the ensuing years The Beatles were then free to focus on a series of albums that changed the face of recorded music.

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Spike Milligan: Love, Light and Peace

2014

A very personal portrait of the truly unique comedy genius of Spike Milligan, as told in his own words and featuring exclusive home movie footage. With contributions from those who worked with him, lived with him and were inspired by him.

6.5

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The Beatles: Help!

2007

30 minute documentary about the making of the film Help! with Richard Lester, the cast and crew. Includes exclusive behind the scenes footage of The Beatles on set.

You Will Believe: The Cinematic Saga of Superman

6.0

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You Will Believe: The Cinematic Saga of Superman

2006

A 5-part documentary of the history of Superman in the movies. • Origin - Superman in the media and the challenges the Salkinds faced • Vision - Creating the right script, Choosing the right director and casting the right actors • Ascent - The production and launch of a new kind of fantasy film • Crisis - Complications and conflicts between the creative forces behind Superman II • Redemption - Criticisms and burnout of Superman III and Superman IV: The Quest for Peace

6.8

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Filmmakers in Action

2006

What is the state of cinema and what being a filmmaker means? What are the measures taken to protect authors' copyright? What is their legal status in different countries? (Sequel to “Filmmakers vs. Tycoons.”)

Best Sellers or: Peter Sellers and 'Dr. Strangelove'

5.8

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Best Sellers or: Peter Sellers and 'Dr. Strangelove'

2004

Documentary about actor Peter Sellers and one of his most memorable film roles.

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Things They Said Today

2002

A documentary on the making of the Beatles' 1964 film "A Hard Day's Night," featuring director Richard Lester, music producer George Martin, screenwriter Alun Owen, and cinematographer Gilbert Taylor.

8.0

Movie

The Unknown Peter Sellers

2000

Documentary about the life and career of a comic genius, Peter Sellers.

4.0

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Richard Lester!

1998

A tribute to Richard Lester, Philadelphia-born filmmaker who moved to England to direct the modern classics "A Hard Day's Night," "Petulia," and "Help!"

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Spike

1996

Spike personally tells the story of his life from India, World War II to The Goons and his Q series

8.1

The Beatles Anthology

1995

A documentary series on the career of The Beatles.