Ken Russell Biography

This filmmaker, not the author of IQ tests, tried several professions before settling on directing. After a stint as a photographer, dancer, and soldier, he found his true calling in film. He began with shorts, leading to acclaimed television films in the sixties celebrated for their meticulous detail and lavish visuals. His third feature propelled him to international fame, and his talent truly blossomed in the seventies. Over the next two decades, he directed a succession of remarkable films, often marked by a signature flamboyance that critics might dismiss but audiences often found engrossing. He remains a controversial and visionary artist, possessing a unique perspective for crafting oddball dramas with captivating imagery and themes.