David Lean: A Biography

David Lean directed a number of grand films, among them "The Bridge Over the River Kwai", "Lawrence of Arabia," "Dr. Zhivago," "Ryan's Daughter," and "A Passage to India." Despite the length and breadth of these movies, he meticulously arranged virtually every shot. The results, of course, are some of the most enduring works ever put on film. This tribute to Lean, who died in 1991, is told in Lean's own words and in the words of those who knew him best. It is a comprehensive look at the director and his often combative relationships.