Anthony Harvey (1930-2017) was a British director known for his character- and dialogue-driven works. Following a career as an editor, he achieved prominence with *The Lion in Winter* (1968). This historical drama, starring Peter O'Toole and Katharine Hepburn, earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Director and numerous accolades, solidifying his reputation.

Among his other significant works are *They Might Be Giants* (1971), an unusual dramatic comedy featuring George C. Scott, and the claustrophobic thriller *Sleuth* (1972), acclaimed for the brilliant performances by Laurence Olivier and Michael Caine. His style was distinguished by his ability to direct talented actors, creating intense psychological interactions and fully utilizing scripts based on sharp dialogue, often adaptations of theatrical plays.