Terence Davies

Born: 1945-11-10

Birthplace: Liverpool, England, UK

Biography

Terence Davies (10 November 1945 — 7 October 2023) was an English writer-director and former novelist. As a filmmaker, Davies is noted for his recurring themes of emotional (and sometimes physical) endurance, the influence of memory on everyday life and the potentially crippling effects of dogmatic religiosity on the emotional life of individuals and societies. Stylistically, Davies' works are notable for their symmetrical compositions, "symphonic" structure and measured pace.

Known For

Benediction
The Deep Blue Sea
A Quiet Passion
The House of Mirth
But Why?
Boogie
Home! Home!
Distant Voices, Still Lives
Sunset Song
Passing Time

Top Movie Credits

Benediction Director
But Why? Writer
Boogie Director
Sunset Song Screenplay