Birthday: August 29, 1923

One of England's most respected actors and directors, Sir Richard Attenborough has made numerous contributions to world cinema both in front of and behind the camera. The son of a Cambridge school administrator, Attenborough began dabbling in theatricals at the age of 12. While attending London's Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in 1941, he turned professional, making his first stage ...more
  • 1993
  • British Academy Awards
  • Special Award
  • win
  • 1993
  • British Academy Awards
  • Best Film
  • Shadowlands
  • nom
  • 1993
  • British Academy Awards
  • Best Director (David Lean Award)
  • Shadowlands
  • nom
  • 1988
  • Berlin International Film Festival
  • Guild of German Film Theaters
  • Cry Freedom
  • win
  • 1988
  • Berlin International Film Festival
  • Peace Film Prize Commendation
  • Cry Freedom
  • win


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