Richard Marquand

Biography

Born 04/17/1938

Former director of documentaries whose highly assured feature career was foreshortened by a stroke at the age of 49. At his best with the thrillers "Eye of the Needle" (1981) and "Jagged Edge" (1985).
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  • In 1963, Returned to UK, began working for BBC as documentary director
  • In 1959, Joined Royal Air Force, served in Far East
  • Worked in Hong Kong as TV host and commercial director

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