When was John Philip Madden born and where did he grow up?
John Philip Madden entered the world on the 8th of April 1949 in Portsmouth, Hampshire. His early education took place at Clifton College in Bristol.
Questions about John Madden (director)
Short answers, pulled from the story.
What degree did John Madden earn from Cambridge University and when did he graduate?
Madden completed his studies and graduated in 1970 with a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature. He attended Sidney Sussex College at Cambridge University before earning this degree.
Which film directed by John Madden won the Academy Award for Best Picture in 1998?
Shakespeare in Love won the Academy Award for Best Picture at the 71st Academy Awards ceremony. The movie also secured the Silver Bear award at the 49th Berlin International Film Festival.
How many Star Wars radio adaptations did John Madden direct between 1981 and 1996?
Between 1981 and 1996, Madden directed three radio adaptations of Star Wars including Episode IV: A New Hope in 1981. He handled versions of The Empire Strikes Back in 1983 and Return of the Jedi in 1996.
When was The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel released and what award did it win at the BAFTAs?
The year 2011 saw the release of The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel which achieved significant commercial success globally. The original film won the Outstanding British Film award at the BAFTAs in 2013.