Harry Watt

Directing

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.

Personal Info

• Known For Directing
• Gender Male
• Birthday October 18, 1906 (80 years old)
• Died April 2, 1987
• Place of Birth Edinburgh, Scotland, UK