British film director associated with comedies, best known for directing A Fish Called Wanda (1988) and for his work with Ealing Studios.

Born 10 August 1910; died 14 September 1999. Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Director for A Fish Called Wanda (1988).

The available review praises A Fish Called Wanda as a landmark comedy, highlighting John Cleese's screenplay and Kevin Kline's performance. It emphasizes the film's mix of English subtlety and broader American farce, notes awards for Cleese and Kline and a Crichton nomination, and praises the ensemble cast and comic timing.

For:Fans of British comedy, Monty Python, classic comedies and ensemble farce

 The most striking thing is that "A Fish Called Wanda" undoubtedly represents the greatest exploit by a "solo" Python: Cleese and Kline won an Oscar for Best Original Screenplay and Best Supporting Actor, respectively (plus a Crichton nomination for Best Director); the film was a commercial and critical triumph and was acclaimed as one of the most successful and funniest comedies in cinema history.

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