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1 Video. 54 Photos. Sidney Lumet was a master of cinema, best known for his technical knowledge and his skill at getting first-rate performances from his actors -- and for shooting most of his films in his beloved New York. He made over 40 movies, often complex and emotional, but seldom overly sentimental. Although his politics were somewhat ...
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- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA
The wonderful Sidney Lumet is one of the greatest film directors of all time. His first project was the timeless 12 Angry Men, which was in collaboration with Henry Fonda and a huge critical success. From his success on 12 Angry Men in 1957, Sidney Lumet has created many gritty, excellent, well crafted films for over 50 years. Here are 20 of his very best.
Sidney Arthur Lumet (/ l uː ˈ m ɛ t / loo-MET; June 25, 1924 – April 9, 2011) was an American film director. Lumet started his career in theatre before moving to film where he gained a reputation for making realistic and gritty New York dramas which focused on the working class, tackled social injustices, and often questioned authority.
- Sidney Arthur Lumet, June 25, 1924, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
- Columbia University
- April 9, 2011 (aged 86), New York City, U.S.
- 2, including Jenny
