Definition

Proper noun * Sir Alexander Korda: A British film director and producer, born in Hungary, who was a prominent figure in the British film industry during the mid-20th century. He was knighted for his contributions to cinema.

Usage

• The name "Sir Alexander Korda" is used to refer to the historical figure, his body of work, or his influence on filmmaking.
• It functions as a singular proper noun.

Examples

• founded London Films in 1932.
• The biography details the life and career of .
• Many classic films were produced under the supervision of .

Advanced Usage

• The term can be used metonymically to represent a style or era of British filmmaking.
  • The studio's output during that period had a distinct Sir Alexander Korda grandeur.

Variants and Related Words

• Korda (n): A common shortened reference to Sir Alexander Korda.
  • The film is a Korda production.
• Kordaesque (adj): Resembling or characteristic of the lavish, ambitious style of films produced by Alexander Korda.
  • The set design was positively Kordaesque in its scale.

Synonyms

• Filmmaker
• Director
• Producer
• Film pioneer

Related Phrases

• The Korda brothers: Refers to Sir Alexander Korda and his brothers, Zoltán and Vincent, who also worked in the film industry.

Noun

1. British filmmaker (born in Hungary) (1893-1956)