One of the most prolific documentary filmmakers of the past two decades, Nick Broomfield has explored such topics as urban blight, marriage counseling, unconventional sexual practices and the changing world of South Africa in over two dozen films. A graduate of Britain's National Film School, he first won notice with "Who Cares" (1978), a documentary on urban redevelopment in Liverpool which was eventually used by the British government in a reassessment of policy. Also that year, Broomfield exposed his more ribald side, with "Proud to Be British", a send-up of the British peerage. He again
Originally studied to be a lawyer; later attended National Film and Television School in London
1978
Made documentary "Who Cares" about urban redevelopment in Liverpool; followed with "Proud to Be British", an award-winning satire of the British aristocracy
1980
First collaborated with Joan Churchill, "Juvenile Liaison"
1987
Documnetary "Lily Tomlin" released after protracted legal battle with star
