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Alan Parker (I)


Prior to moving into film, Alan was noted as one of London's most talented advertising copywriters. He worked for the Collet Dickinson Pearce (CDP) ad agency in the 1960's and early 1970's, and began directing his own tvc scripts in their basement. Formed a partnership with David Puttnam as his producer (Puttnam had been a photographers' agent), ... See full bio »

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Nominated for 2 Oscars. Another 21 wins & 28 nominations. See more awards »

Known For

Evita
Evita Director
(1996)
Angel Heart
Angel Heart Director
(1987)
Mississippi Burning
(1988)
The Life of David Gale
(2003)

Filmography

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 1996 Evita
 1996 Madonna: You Must Love Me (Video short)
 1990 Renegade MTV Special (TV Movie)
 1987 Angel Heart
 1984 Birdy
 1982 Pink Floyd: Hey You (Short)
 1980 Fame
 1976 No Hard Feelings (TV Movie)
 1976 Bugsy Malone
 1975 The Evacuees (TV Movie)
 1974 Our Cissy (Short)
 1974/I Footsteps (Short)
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Personal Details

Other Works:

TV commercial: Bird's Eye Beefburgers See more »

Publicity Listings:

4 Interviews | 3 Articles | 1 Pictorial | See more »

Official Sites:


Alternate Names:

Sir Alan William Parker | Sir Alan Parker
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Did You Know?

Personal Quote:

I'm always afraid someone's going to tap me on the shoulder one day and say, "Back to North London". See more »

Trivia:

Is friends with director Tony Scott, whom he sponsored to direct The Hunger (1983) for producer Richard Shepard. See more »

Trademark:

His films often have a dark, noirish look to them. They are often lit in very dark colors. See more »

Star Sign:

Aquarius

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