![]() Avg.User Rating: Rate this person: Director Born: May 7, 1940 in Newcastle, England, UK Biography:An assistant editor in British films, Irvin began making documentaries in the '70s, and in 1980 helmed his first feature, the "Frederick Forsyth" adaptation "The Dogs of War". A sturdy if impersonal craftsman, Irvin also helmed "Fred Astaire"'s final film, the horror tale "Ghost Story"; the romantic comedy "Turtle Diary", scripted by "Harold Pinter"; and the Vietnam War drama "Hamburger Hill". ~ All Movie Guide
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