Today, we gather to mourn the loss of David Lean, director and producer of some of the greatest films of all time. David Lean was born in 1908 in Croydon, England. His career in films began as a film editor, working on films such as "Kipps" and "Major Barbara". Lean quickly rose to prominence as a director, winning an Oscar for his work on "In Which We Serve" in 1942. He shot to international fame with his epic films such as "The Bridge on the River Kwai", for which he earned a second Oscar, "Lawrence of Arabia", "Dr. Zhivago", and "Ryan's Daughter". Each of these films showcased Lean's trademark sweeping cinematography and his undeniable ability to capture the delicate emotions of his characters. In addition to his considerable achievements in film, Lean also found success on the stage. His work adapting "Brief Encounter" for the stage earned him several awards, and in 1982 he was made a Commander of the Order of Arts and Letters. David Lean's works will forever be remembered by film audiences around the world. He will be sorely missed, and his legacy will live on in the films and theatre productions he brought to life.