Jon AmielNationality:
English Birthdate:
05/20/1948 Birthplace:
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biography
An acclaimed British TV director, notably of Dennis Potter's surreal musical mystery drama "The Singing Detective" (BBC, 1986-87; PBS 1988), Jon Amiel successfully segued to features, gaining notice and accolades for "Queen of Hearts" (1989), a charming saga of an Italian immigrant family transplanted to England as seen through the eyes of a child. This beguiling blend of comedy, fantasy and drama lit the way to the US, where Amiel directed Peter Falk and Barbara Hershey in "Tune in Tomorrow" (1990), a light-hearted romp that took place in and around a New Orleans radio show.Amiel entered show
Credits
milestones
Year
Milestone
Began professional career composing music for the theater
Became literary manager for Hamstead Theatre Club and began directing for them two years later; also director for Royal Shakespeare Company
Joined BBC as story editor while taking a three-month directing course
Directed a dozen films for British TV including "A Sudden Wrench", "Gates of Gold", "Busted" and "Romance, Romance"
Produced the British TV series "Tandoori Nights" (also directed)
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