Kelly, Richard
Alan Clarke
- ISBN 13:
- 9780571196098
- author:
- Kelly, Richard
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Richard T. Kelly
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1998
- Pages:
- 288
- Genre:
- Biography & autobiography: film, television, music, theatre
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 3 working days
Description
Alan Clarke: A Tribute to a British Film-Making Legend A brilliant generation of film-makers emerged from British television drama in the 1960s and 1970s, with Alan Clarke at its forefront. Despite controversy surrounding some of his most incendiary productions, Clarke was greatly admired by his peers for his unflinching exploration of working-class lives and left-wing themes, as well as his ability to encourage outstanding performances from actors such as Gary Oldman and Tim Roth. Clarke's work was marked by a unique blend of directness, humour, and austere radiance. His facility for forging alliances with gifted writers and producers, combined with his generosity and wit, made him a hero amongst actors. This volume is a tribute to Clarke, drawn from the thoughts and memories of those who worked with him and knew him best. A celebratory essay by eminent critic David Thomson adds depth and context to this tribute, offering a nuanced understanding of Clarke's enduring legacy in British film-making.