Director Collection (page 4)

Raquel Welch meets Queen Elizabeth 1966 Woody Allen Ursula Andress

French actress Monique Messine, 34, with husband Film Director Andreas Zahler, 34. January 1975 75-00192

United states Navy - Grumman F7F-2D Tigercat 80335
United States Navy - Grumman F7F-2D Tigercat 80335 of VU-3 at Miramar NAS. Built as an F7F-2N, the majority of the -2Ns, including 80335

Court of Proprietors, East India Company, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Court of Proprietors, East India Company, 1844....a view of the General Court Room [in Leadenhall Street, London]. Its east side is occupied by rows of seats, which rise from the floor

G. Steevens, (1736-1800), 1830. Creator: Unknown
G. Steevens, (1736-1800), 1830. George Steevens (1736-1800) English Shakespearean commentator and director of the East India Company, educated at Eton College and at Kings College, Cambridge

Jan Baptist Van Rensselaer, in coat with cuffs reaching above the elbow, c1650, (1937)
Jan Baptist Van Rensselaer, Director of the Manor of Rensselaerwyck, showing a coat with cuffs reaching above the elbow, in reign of George I, c1650, (1937)

Sir Mark Norman, Managing Director of Britten-Norman Sales, circa 1970. Sir Mark was the brother of company co-founder Desmond Norman. Date: circa 1970

Paul Wegener as Svengali, c1928. Creator: Unknown
Paul Wegener as Svengali, c1928. Portrait of German actor, writer and film director Paul Wegener (1874-1948) in the character of Svengali in the 1927 film of the same name

Thomas W Lamont, George Whitney, and JP Morgan, American financiers, 1930s. Artist
Thomas W Lamont, George Whitney, and JP Morgan, American financiers, 1930s. Three senior bankers from JP Morgan & Co, conferring at one of the numerous congressional investigations into financial

Harold Lloyd (1893-1971), American actor and filmmaker, c1920s. (Colorised black and white print). (Colorised black and white print)

Tom Walls (1883-1949), English actor, 20th century. Walls was a popular English stage and motion-pictures character actor and film director

Charlie Chaplin (1889-1977), English / American actor and commedian, 1928
Charlie Chaplin (1889-1977), English/American actor and commedian, 1928. Seen here in a scene from The Circus. Chaplin was an Academy Award-winning actor and director

Ida Lupino, English film actress and director, 1940s. Artist: Warner Brothers
Ida Lupino, English film actress and director, 1940s. Ida Lupino appeared in 59 films over the course of her acting career

Ballets Russes in Seville, Spain, 1916. The Ballets Russes was a famous itinerant ballet company founded by Serge Diaghilev (1872-1929) in Paris in 1909

Michael Attenborough (son of Richard Attenborough) marries Jane Seymour

Noel Coward (1899-1973) English playwright, composer, director, actor, and singer. Date: 1931

Modelling Dresses - Illustration of fashion two models and the director during a shoot in 1923. Artist: John Lagatta. Date: 1923

Constant Lambert, musical director, Vic-Wells Ballet
Constant Lambert, musical director, The Vic-Wells Ballet Date: 1937

Leigh Ashton, British art historian and museum director
Sir Arthur Leigh Bolland Ashton (1897-1983), British art historian and museum director (Director of the Victoria and Albert Museum from 1945 to 1955). Date: circa 1940s

Sir Kenneth Clark, Director, the National Gallery, London
Sir Kenneth Mackenzie Clark (1903-1983), British art historian, museum director, and broadcaster. He was Director of the National Gallery, London, from 1934 until 1946. Date: circa 1930s

John K M Rothenstein, art historian and administrator
John K M Rothenstein (1901-1992), British art historian and administrator, Director of the Tate Gallery, London, from 1938 to 1964. Date: circa 1940s

Mrs Calthrop
A portrait painting of Gladys Calthrop, sat with folded arms, wearing a distinctive orange dress. After befriending Noel Coward

Mrs. Claude Johnson
A portrait painting of Evelyn Maud Johnson, second wife to Claude Goodman Johnson, the managing director of Rolls Royce from 1906, and was a great friend of the artist

Alexander Carlisle, Managing Director, Harland & Wolff
Portrait photograph in sepia of the Olympic class designer Alexander Montgomery Carlisle, Managing Director of Harland & Wolff, signed bottom right ever your old father'. Date: early 20th century

Franchot Tone, American actor, producer and director Date: 1937

Peter Pan film 1924
An American film of Peter Pan. Directed by Sir James Barries. Hook played by Ernest Torrence. A selection of stills is seen here. Date: 1924

Mr Kruger's reception in Paris
Kruger seen arriving at the Lyons Station in Paris, Mr Crozier (the Director of the Protocol), senator Guerin, the president of the municipal council and large crowds

Caricature illustration of Henrik Ibsen, by Phil May
Caricature illustration of Henrik Ibsen, (20 March 1828 ?? 23 May 1906), Norwegian playwright and director, by Phil May. Captioned, The Master'

Stanley Lupino (1893-1942) came from a celebrated theatrical family. His career embraced acting, dancing, writing and directing. Date: circa 1932

Tom Walls and Horse
Actor and horse owner/trainer Tom Walls (1883-1949) was well known for his appearances in Aldwych farces. Here he is pictured with his horse April the Fifth, victorious at this year's Derby

Miniature Film Sets
Danish art director and costume designer Max Ree (1889-1953) works out possible camera angles with the help of miniature film sets

Filming at Elstree Studios
Film director T. Hayes Hunter (1884-1944) working with actors Herbert Marshall (1890-1966) and Edna Best (1900-1974) during the filming of The Calendar at Elstree Studios. Date: 1931

A J Elvin, Managing Director of Wembley Stadium
Mr A J Elvin, Managing Director of Wembley Stadium Date: 1946

Percy Pitt, musical director, Covent Garden Opera Date: 1910

A L Berat, Fernand Almanz and Francois Ambrosiny
Madame A.L. Berat, opera singer, contralto, Fernand Almanz (L), stage manager, Francois Ambrosiny (R), director of ballet Date: 1910

Anatomical Figure
A drawing of a male, anatomical figure, pointing directly forwards, showing the texture and contours of human muscles. A drawing by a student of the National Gallery Schools, Melbourne

Roman Statue
A drawing from cast of a Roman statue, in a seated position, the identity of the figure is unknown. A drawing by a student of the National Gallery Schools, Melbourne

Head From Life
A portrait profile picture of an unknown man's head and shoulders. A drawing by a student of the National Gallery Schools, Melbourne, selected by Lindsay Bernard Hall, the director

John Snagge and Elizabeth Cowell at the BBC
John Snagge (1904-1996) was a BBC newsreader and commentator, who was made Presentation Director at the start of World War II

Director of the Tate Gallery, inspecting damage
John Rothenstein (1901-1992), the Director of London's Tate Gallery, inspecting bomb damage. Th museum suffered this fate several times during the war

Winifred Holtby, author, studio portrait. Captioned, Winifred Holtby; A director of "Time and Tide" whose new book, "Mandoa, Mandoa, " has been well reviewed'

Edmund Goulding, director, studio portrait with puppet strings. Captioned, An Astrologer of The Screen: Goulding Pulls the Strings'

Noel Coward and Alfred Lunt, on balcony, Design for Living, theatrical portrait. With description, Meet Noel Coward and Alfred Lunt on a balcony

Italian film director and screenwriter Mario Camerini (1895-1981), seen here on the set of his film "Ulysses" which was released in 1954. Date: circa 1953

Sir John Martin Harvey in The Burgomaster of Stilemonde
Sir John Martin Harvey in British Filmcraft Production, The Burgomaster of Stilemonde, directed by George Banfield Date: 1929

Walter Forde, four Archibald Nettlefold films - director and star of Wait and See, What Next! and Would You Believe It!, and director of The Silent House Date: 1929

Mabel Poulton in film, The Silent House, produced by Archibald Nettlefold, directed by Walter Forde Date: 1929

Argosy Productions film, Ringing the Changes, featuring Henry Edwards and Margot Landa, based on the novel Jix by R Raleigh King, directed by Leslie Hiscott Date: 1929

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The director is the mastermind behind the scenes, orchestrating every aspect of a film or production, and are like Auguste Escoffier, crafting a delectable feast for our eyes and minds. Just as Jane Russell in The French Line captivated audiences with her sultry performance, directors have the power to mesmerize us with their creative vision. Orson Welles showcased his brilliance not only as an actor but also as Charles Foster Kane in CITIZEN KANE, a groundbreaking film that he directed. Like Charlie Chaplin's iconic portrayal of the little tramp, directors often leave an indelible mark on cinema history. They bring together talented individuals like the cast and crew of John Guillermins Torment (1949), creating magic on screen. In Hollywood's golden era, directors such as Billy Wilder were revered for their ability to entertain and captivate audiences. Publicity stills from films like Some Like It Hot (1959) remind us of their genius, and are not limited to just filmmaking; they can shape other realms too. Just as Wolverhampton Wanderers Football Team made history in 1908 under S. F. Edge's guidance, directors lead teams towards greatness. Even animals can become stars under a director's watchful eye – Mick the Miller became a film star thanks to someone who saw his potential beyond racing tracks. From bustling streets like Soho in London to grand theaters on Shaftesbury Avenue, directors breathe life into these spaces through their artistic choices. They navigate complex worlds like strip tease card games or even orchestras led by conductors – always ensuring that each element harmonizes perfectly together. Sergei Eisenstein revolutionized filmmaking through his innovative techniques and storytelling prowess. Directors like him push boundaries and challenge conventions to create unforgettable experiences for audiences worldwide. In essence, the director is more than just a title; they are architects of dreams and creators of worlds.