Rouben Mamoulian
Biography
Rouben Zachary Mamoulian (October 8, 1897 – December 4, 1987) was an Armenian-American film and theatre director. In the interview compilation book Directing the Film (Acrobat Books), Mamoulian declared a strong preference for a stylized look to his scenes, stating that he was more interested in creating a poetic look to his films than in showing ordinary realism. Parts of Becky Sharp, and almost the whole of Blood and Sand, with their heightened and artificial use of Technicolor, demonstrate what Mamoulian meant by this. He also wrote a book called Applause.
Known For & Full Filmography5 Titles
Movie - 2003, 2h 15m • as Self (archive footage)
This documentary short subject details the making of the 1957 MGM musical, "Silk Stockings". Hosted by its star Cyd Charisse, the film gives behind-the-scenes glimpses of how this film was made with interviews by musical director Andre Previn and supporting actress Janis Paige.
Movie - 2001, 2h 15m • as Self (archive footage)
Documentary about the making of 20th Century Fox's 1963 film "Cleopatra," then the most expensive film of all time.
Movie - 1983, 2h 15m • as Self
A collection of film clips from horror movies and interviews with the actors and directors who made them.
Movie - 1969, 2h 15m • as Self
Joan Crawford narrates this documentary about the career of Greta Garbo.
Movie - 1985, 2h 15m • as Self
Biography of the legendary filmmaker directed by his son.