Being born in the early 80’s, it’s safe to say I missed out on a lot of great films on the big screen. I was lucky enough to have a father who loved and enjoyed watching the classics. Lawrence of Arabia was my first ‘classic’ film I watched!

David Lean’s Lawrence of Arabia was my first look into a larger world. The characters and landscape forever being etched into my mind upon the first viewing. Just several years ago I finally had the chance to see this film on the big screen as part of a 40th anniversery screening. Why other films like this aren’t shown in our theaters, to new generations of movie lovers, is upsetting. This film made me search out other directors and actors. To date, I’m proud to say I’ve seen nearly a thousand films that were made before I was born. Yes, I love the movies and it all started somewhere. Thank you David Lean.
By: Dave Debruicker