The phrases like 'Film Great' and 'legend' are given out so freely these days, but Lord Attenborough was someone who deserved being called that, and so much more.
I cannot think of any other individual who has done as much for the world of Film and also Television. The remarkable work he has done will live on as we say goodbye to a true pioneer.
There are so many great films that he has worked on, whether as a Director, Producer or an Actor.
He is best remembered for his work on the multi Oscar Winning film "Gandhi", which he was quite rightly rewarded with 2 Academy Awards. But there is so much more.
There is his brilliant performances in films like "Brighton Rock", the classic that is "The Great Escape", and his chilling work on "10 Rillington Place". After a gap of some 14 years, he returned to acting in a big way when he played Billionaire 'John Hammond' in Steven Spielberg's "Jurassic Park", and although there are many who regard the film as too sentimental, I still love his work as 'Kris Kringle' in the remake of "Miracle on 34th Street", a role he was born to play, and did so beautifully.
He also Directed the great war epic "A Bridge Too Far", and dramas like "Magic", "Cry Freedom" and "Shadowlands".
His biopic of "Chaplin" was a real labour of love, having been such a huge fan of the great comic.
Although ill health meant we have not enjoyed any recent work as either Director or Actor, his legacy will live on, and so will our enjoyment of a true craftsman.
RIP Dickie......
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