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Ismail Merchant (born Ismail Noor Muhammad Abdul Rahman; 25 December 1936 – 25 May 2005) was an Indian film producer.
Ismail Merchant was a filmmaker who collaborated with James Ivory and produced acclaimed adaptations of literary classics. He was born in India, died in London, and was nominated for four Oscars.
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- London, England, UK
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- Producer, Director, Actor
May 25, 2019 · Learn about Ismail Merchant, one of India's most iconic exports among filmmakers, who partnered with James Ivory to produce over 50 films, earning six Oscars. Explore his journey from Bombay to Hollywood, his love for India and cinema, and his unique cooking skills.
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May 21, 2021 · The Indian-born producer was responsible for 44 films including Shakespeare-Wallah (1965), Heat and Dust (1983), A Room With a View (1985), Howards End (1992), and Remains of the Day (1993), along...
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May 26, 2005 · A tribute to the producer-director Ismail Merchant, who died in 2005, by Roger Ebert. He recalls Merchant's career, collaborations, style and personality, and praises his films based on novels by Forster, James and Naipaul.
It is with great sadness that Merchant Ivory Productions announced that Ismail Merchant, our company founder and beloved producer for more than 44 years, passed away May 25, 2005 after a brief illness in a London hospital where he was working on his latest film, The White Countess.
Ismail Merchant was a producer and co-founder of Merchant Ivory Productions, a film company known for its adaptations of literary classics and its exploration of diverse cultures. He passed away in 2005, leaving behind a rich body of work and a lasting influence on cinema.