My friend Murray Siegel has a very good recollection of director Alan Parker who just passed at 76. He visited University of MD College Park in 1983 and we were able to spend time with the filmmaker. I recall him buying us a meal and sharing a beer at the local restaurant RJ Bentleys while relating stories. He signed some posters and stills. We drove him to Georgetown, and it was an adventure. This gifted director was part of the new Britiah wave led by Ridley Scott. Despite a limited filmography, some of his memorable films included Midnight Express, Fame, Mississippi Burning, and my favorite, Shoot the Moon. A bright, unique talent who, from my impression was a cool guy and gentleman.
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