Michael Winner

Date of Birth: October 30, 1935

Zodiac Sign: Scorpio

Date of Death: January 21, 2013

Biography

Michael Winner was a renowned British film director and producer, born on October 30, 1935, in Hampstead, London, England. He is best known for his work on the “Death Wish” series starring Charles Bronson, which cemented his reputation in Hollywood as a director of action films. Winner began his career in the entertainment industry as a writer and director of documentaries and short films before transitioning to feature films in the early 1960s. His early work included comedies and thrillers, but he gained significant attention with the release of “The Mechanic” in 1972. Over his career, Winner directed more than 30 films, many of which were commercial successes. Outside of filmmaking, he was also known for his work as a restaurant critic and his outspoken personality. Winner passed away on January 21, 2013, but left behind a legacy of influential work in the film industry.

5 Interesting Facts about Michael Winner

1. Michael Winner directed Charles Bronson in six films, including the famous “Death Wish” series.

2. In addition to his film career, Winner was a well-known restaurant critic for The Sunday Times.

3. Winner’s home in Kensington, London, is a historic mansion once owned by the artist Sir John Lavery.

4. He was known for his philanthropy, including the establishment of the Police Memorial Trust.

5. Michael Winner often appeared in his own films, making cameo appearances that delighted his fans.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Michael Winner

1. “A team effort is a lot of people doing what I say.”

2. “I don’t like food that’s too carefully arranged; it makes me think that the chef is spending too much time arranging and not enough time cooking.”

3. “The truth of the matter is that muggers and robbers are becoming as much a part of the fabric of our cities as traffic lights.”

4. “I’ve had more fun in my life than anyone I’ve met or heard of.”

5. “I am a great believer in luck, and I find the harder I work the more I have of it.”