Ken Russell
British film director (1927–2011)
1927 — 2011
Quick Facts
Profession
British film director (1927–2011)
Born
July 3, 1927
Died
2011 (age ~84)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
actor, screenwriter, cinematographer
United KingdomBorn in SouthamptonDied in London
1927
Born in Southampton (1927-07-03)
2011
Died in London
About
Henry Kenneth Alfred Russell was a British film director, known for his pioneering work in television and film and for his flamboyant and controversial style. His films were mainly liberal adaptations of existing texts, or biographies, notably of composers of the Romantic era. Russell began directing for the BBC, where he made creative adaptations of composers' lives which were unusual for the time. He also directed many feature films independently and for studios.
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Who is Ken Russell?+
Henry Kenneth Alfred Russell was a British film director, known for his pioneering work in television and film and for his flamboyant and controversial style. His films were mainly liberal adaptations of existing texts, or biographies, notably of composers of the Romantic era. Russell began directin
What does the name Ken mean?+
The name Ken means "A diminutive of the male given name Kenneth.. Etymology: Borrowed from Ken, Kenneth in modern times. Also a rare variant of Kents, a short form of Innocentius.". It is of English origin.
When was Ken Russell born?+
Ken Russell was born on July 3, 1927.
When did Ken Russell die?+
Ken Russell died in 2011, at approximately 84 years of age.
Name Meaning
A diminutive of the male given name Kenneth.. Etymology: Borrowed from Ken, Kenneth in modern times. Also a rare variant of Kents, a short form of Innocentius.
The name Ken is of English origin, meaning "A diminutive of the male given name Kenneth.. Etymology: Borrowed from Ken, Kenneth in modern times. Also a rare variant of Kents, a short form of Innocentius.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Ken — July 3, 1927
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Cancer
Nurturing, loyal, protective
Water · Moon · Jun 21 – Jul 22
Chinese Zodiac
Rabbit
Quiet, elegant, kind
Fire · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
12 Ik
Wind — breath, spirit, communication
Celtic Tree
Oak
Confident, nurturing, generous
Ogham: Duir · Jun 10 – Jul 7
Birthstone: Ruby — Passion, vitality
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