Rex Harrison: movies, biography, personal life

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Thousands of people consider cinema an integral part of their lives. It is difficult to disagree with this, since it is series and films that constantly help each of us to experience the most difficult and sometimes unbearable moments in life. In the modern world, dozens of films are released almost every day, so not all cinematic works deserve attention. Somewhere the problem is obvious - an uninteresting plot, somewhere just a bad game of actors, and sometimes there are problems with directing. Today we are going to be discussing several cinematographic works, as well as one outstanding British actor who had quite a long career in his chosen field.

Rex Harrison is a world-famous actor, the winner of an award called "Oscar", which he received for the title role in the movie "My Fair Lady". In this article, we will discuss this person in detail, as well as talk about several films with his participation. Let's get started!

A little about life

Birth of Rex Harrison, whose filmsToday, billions of people are watching with great pleasure, March 5, 1908 in the city of Huyton, in Great Britain. The future actor studied in Liverpool, where he first got on stage. It is also worth noting that Harrison took part in World War II, after which he already had the rank of flight lieutenant.

In 1964, he was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actor in the cinematic work Cleopatra, but then he failed to receive the coveted award. The following year, he nevertheless received an Oscar, but for his role in another film (information about this is indicated at the very beginning of the article). In addition, in the same 1965, the self-confident actor received the Golden Globe Award, performing the best male role in the same work - “My Fair Lady”. If you think a little, it becomes obvious that this particular film was a turning point in the career of the actor discussed today.

Man died on June 2, 1990, aged 82, in New York City, United States of America.

Private life

Throughout his life, a man married several times. From his first two marriages he had two sons. The third lover of the actor was the British actress Kay Kendall, who died in 1959 from cancer.

After 3 years, the man married again (this time the actress Rachel Roberts became his lover), but this marriage was completed in 1971. 10 years after the completion of the marriage, the abandoned lady could not stand it and committed suicide. The last marriage of the actor was registered in 1978, when he married Mercia Tinker, with whom he lived in a happy marriage until his death.

Filmography. Part 1

During his career, the man was directly involved in 87 cinematographic works. By the way, we note that during his lifetime his height was 186 centimeters (this is the average figure for representatives of the acting industry).

Rex Harrison, whose filmography contains films made in different genres, was quite successful, so he was invited to take part in completely different films. So, the last cinematic work of this actor was the film "Anastasia: Anna's Secret", which was released in 1986. Between 1977 and 1983, the man took part in such films as The Prince and the Pauper, The Diamond, The Fifth Musketeer, Ashanti, A Time to Die.

Filmography. Part 2

In addition, if we single out only the best and most popular films with the participation of Rex Harrison, then it is worth noting the cinematic works "Torment and Joy" in 1965, "My Fair Lady" (1964), as well as "Cleopatra" (1963).

By the way, here is a list of the very first films with the participation of the actor discussed today: "Storm in a Teapot", "St. Martin's Lane", "School of Husbands", "Over the Moon", "Citadel", "Ten Days in Paris”,“Night train to Munich”,“Major Barbara”,“I live in Grosvenor Square”,“Merry Ghost”,“Abduction of the spendthrift”,The Ghost and Mrs. Muir, Anna and the King of Siam, The Escape, The Compilation, The Betrayed Husband, Broadway Plays, United States Steel Hour, Midnight Lace, and The Happy Thieves.

Now let's discuss several films in more detail, find out their plots and reviews.

My Fair Lady (1964)

This cinematic work had a small budget, but fees only in the United States of America increased the initial amount by almost 5 times. The storyline of the project introduces us to a professor named Henry, who, on an ordinary day, makes a bet with his friend. The man is convinced that he will be able to teach the illiterate girl Eliza correct speech, as well as high manners, so that he will be able to pass her off as a true lady. The plot is simple, but truly sincere, because before our eyes an ordinary Cinderella will turn into a princess, and a self-confident bachelor will fall in love for the first time.

Reviews about this film are extremely positive. In addition, this film received 8 awards, which indicates that it is definitely worth paying attention to. People are happy with the interesting and at the same time simple plot, as well as incredibly professional acting.

Cleopatra (1963)

Many are sure that Rex Harrison, whose photos are presented in this material, became popular only thanks to his participation in this film. This project has received only four awards, but this does not change the fact that it is really very interesting.

Events of this movieintroduce us to the real Cleopatra, who is ready to do everything to ensure that her people retain their greatness. The girl seduces the greatest rulers of Rome and dreams that someday she will be able to unite two huge empires: Egypt and Rome.

About this work of cinema, the reviews are also positive. In this case, acting skills come first, and only after that many people note an interesting plot. Overall, the film is excellent!

Here we discussed such a person as Rex Harrison (actor), as well as films in which he took part. Choose one of the films presented today. Happy viewing!