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University of Edinburgh
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♎ Libra
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马 Horse
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English < Old French < Frankish (*Haimarīk)
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Harry Watt is known for directing.
Born in Edinburgh, Scotland, UK (died at age 80).
Harry Watt has 10 credits in our database.
Studied at Array.
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Filmography (10)
Biography
Raymond Egerton Harry Watt (18 October 1906 – 2 April 1987) was a Scottish documentary and feature film director, who began his career working for John Grierson and Robert Flaherty.
His 1959 film The Siege of Pinchgut was entered into the 9th Berlin International Film Festival.
He was born in Edinburgh, the son of the Scottish Liberal MP Harry Watt. He studied at Edinburgh University but failed to complete his degree. He enlisted in the Merchant Navy and worked in a number of industrial jobs.
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How old was Harry Watt?
Harry Watt was born on and passed away on at the age of 80.
Where was Harry Watt born?
Harry Watt was born in Edinburgh, Scotland, UK.
What movies or shows has Harry Watt been in?
Harry Watt has 10 credits in our database. Notable titles include West of Zanzibar (1954), Where No Vultures Fly (1951), Eureka Stockade (1949), The Overlanders (1946), Fiddlers Three (1944).
What is Harry Watt known for?
Harry Watt is primarily known as a director. Raymond Egerton Harry Watt (18 October 1906 – 2 April 1987) was a Scottish documentary and feature film director, who began his career working for…
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