Alan Rickman

English actor and director (1946–2016), known for prominent film and stage roles including Severus Snape in the Harry Potter films and Hans Gruber in Die Hard.

Born 21 February 1946, died 14 January 2016. Trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art. Worked extensively in theatre and film. Directed The Winter Guest (1997) and A Little Chaos (2014).

The available review focuses on A Little Chaos, noting its earthy take on Versailles and a restrained romantic thread. Alan Rickman appears as a fatigued Louis XIV in what the review calls his second and last directorial role. The film is praised for character interaction and cinematography but critiqued for occasional sentimentality. Overall a balanced, 3/5 appraisal.

For:Fans of British cinema, followers of Alan Rickman, and viewers interested in period dramas and actor-turned-director work.