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Mary Field

Mary Field

Director · born 1 January 1896 · Wimbledon, London, England, UK

British director and screen writer, she is not to be confused with the American actress of the same name. Mary Field is best known for directing short educational and nature films.

Field became the series director of Secrets of Nature in 1929. Previously a history teacher, she joined the film industry as an historical consultant in 1925, working for British Instructional Films. Although she had no training in science or filmmaking, Field quickly proved herself to be a first-class film director, developing a unique style that fused education and instruction.

Where to start: Father of the Family (1951).

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