I’m beginning to think I should just work for Turner Classic Movie’s (TCM) PR department, but, as a cinephile, it’s hard not to sing the praises of this wonderful network. TCM will once again deliver countless hours of pure movie delight in June by celebrating the work of more than 50 top directors from around the world.TCM’s month-long “Great Directors” festival will showcase the work of two directors each day, including pictures from classic filmmakers like Fritz Lang to modern directors like Woody Allen. This 30-day festival offers a dream line-up of some of the silver screen’s greatest films, while also screening some lesser known movies from the featured directors.
Of those masters behind the camera, I’m particularly looking forward to the days devoted to:
- Frank Capra (Tuesday, June 2)
- Blake Edwards (Friday, June 19) - pictured above
- Alfred Hitchcock (Saturday, June 27)
- Sidney Lumet (Monday, June 29)
- Francois Truffaut (Thursday, June 18)
- Billy Wilder (Saturday, June 15) - pictured below
Needless to say, my television will be permanently set to TCM in June. To experience some tour de force films and discover lesser known gems, check out the TCM schedule for specific directors and films: http://tinyurl.com/mfpqee.
Be sure to tune back in to TCM in August for their annual “Summer Under the Stars” festival featuring the work of different acting legends each day.
