J. Lee Thompson

Director, known for The Guns of Navarone, Battle for the Planet of the Apes, Conquest of the Planet of the Apes

John Lee Thompson (1 August 1914 – 30 August 2002) was an English film director, screenwriter, producer and playwright. Initially an exponent of social realism, he became known as a versatile and prolific director of thrillers, action, and adventure films. His works included mainstream critical and commercial…