The Directors: Robert Altman

Profiles Of Today's Most Acclaimed Hollywood Directors

After six decades in the motion picture industry, Robert Altman remains one of Hollywood's most prolific directors. Famous for using large ensemble casts, Altman practices an improvisational style of filmmaking that gives his actors the rare luxury to freely interpret their roles. His memorable films include M*A*S*H, Nashville, Popeye, The Player, Short Cuts, Ready to Wear and Cookie's Fortune. Featuring interviews with Glenn Close, Shelley Duvall, Jeff Goldblum, Elliott Gould, Sally Kellerman and Jack Lemmon.