John Irvin, British film-maker who directed Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, dies aged 86
British filmmaker John Irvin, known for directing the acclaimed miniseries Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy and films like Hamburger Hill, has passed away at age 86. His career spanned five decades and included work across television, documentaries, and Hollywood action cinema.
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Irvin was a versatile and respected figure in the film industry, leaving behind a significant body of work.
John Irvin with actor Dylan McDermott on the set of Hamburger Hill. The director was known for his versatility over a 50-year career that spanned TV, documentaries and action films. John Irvin with actor Dylan McDermott on the set of Hamburger Hill. The director was known for his versatility over a 50-year career that spanned TV, documentaries and action films. Movies John Irvin, British film-maker who directed Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, dies aged 86 The director’s BBC hit opened the door to Hollywood action films including Hamburger Hill, The Dogs of War and Raw Deal
Prefer the Guardian on Google John Irvin, the British film-maker who directed the Bafta-winning BBC miniseries Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy , as well as films including Hamburger Hill, The Dogs of War and Raw Deal, has died aged 86.
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