Outline

   Life-

•  Born July 26, 1928 in Manhattan, New York.
• When he was twelve, his father taught him to play chess.
• Taught him patience and used many techniques when directing
• First camera was a Graflex- triggered a fascination with photography.
• Did not excel in school
• Poor attendance
• Poor grades
• Became full-staff photographer at the age of 16 for Look
• Published 900 of his photos

   Career-

• Short films
• Full Length films   
• Co-wrote all screenplays 
• Film success
• Reviews
• $$

 Directing Techniques 

• Multiple Takes
• Perfectionism
• Use of Steadicam
• Music Selection

   Legacy

• Homages
• Influence of film industry