British film director and screenwriter, recognized for his eclectic and influential works, began his career in advertising before transitioning to cinema. He gained prominence with gritty dramas and musicals, often exploring social themes. Notable films include "Midnight Express," "Fame," "Pink Floyd – The Wall," and "Mississippi Burning." His style combined compelling storytelling with striking visuals. He received numerous awards, including BAFTAs and an Emmy, celebrated for his contribution to both British and international cinema.
FAME
Fame is a 1980 American musical drama film that follows a group of students at the High School of Performing Arts in New York City as they navigate...
THE COMMITMENTS
The Commitments is a 1991 Irish-British-American musical comedy-drama film directed by Alan Parker. The film follows the formation, rise and abrupt...
EVITA
Evita is a 1996 musical biographical drama directed by Alan Parker, adapted from the stage hit by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice. Madonna stars as...
MISSISSIPPI BURNING
Mississippi Burning is a drama film based on the FBI's investigation into the murders of three civil rights workers in Mississippi. The film explores...
ANGELA'S ASHES
Angela's Ashes is a 1999 drama film based on the memoir of the same name by Frank McCourt. It follows the story of a young boy growing up in poverty...
PINK FLOYD: THE WALL
Pink Floyd: The Wall is a British musical drama film based on Pink Floyd's 1979 album The Wall. The film follows the story of a rock star named Pink,...
THE LIFE OF DAVID GALE
An ambitious journalist investigates the death of a controversial death-row professor, David Gale, after his execution, uncovering a maze of...