“I don't think I'm a very good director. But I'm a very good editor.”

— David Lean

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About David Lean

Film Director • British

Sir David Lean was an acclaimed English film director, producer, screenwriter, and editor, celebrated for his visually stunning epic films. He is widely considered one of the greatest and most influential directors in...

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