Sidney Lumet. The Encyclopedia of Hollywood states that Lumet was one of the most prolific filmmakers of the modern era, having directed more than one movie a year on average since his directorial debut in 1957.[1] He was noted by Turner Classic Movies for his "strong direction of actors," "vigorous storytelling" and the "social realism" in his best work.[2] Film critic Roger Ebert described him as having been "one of the finest craftsmen and warmest humanitarians among all film directors.
"[3] Lumet was also known as an "actor's director," having worked with the best of them during his career, probably more than "any other director. "[4] Sean Connery, who acted in five of his films, considered him one of his favorite directors, and a director who had that "vision thing. Из породы беглецов. Long Day's Journey Into Night. The Pawnbroker. Система безопасности. The Hill. The Deadly Affair. Оскорбление. Серпико. Убийство в Восточном экспрессе. Dog Day Afternoon. Телесеть. Эквус. Prince of the City. Смертельная ловушка. The Verdict. На холостом ходу. Before the Devil Knows You're Dead.