John Irvin dead aged 86: Brit director behind BBC’s Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy & huge Hollywood action films has died

LEGENDARY British filmmaker John Irvin has died aged 86. The director, who helmed BBC miniseries Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, as well Hollywood movies like Hamburger Hill, Robin Hood and Raw Deal, passed away "peacefully at home" on August 11. A three-time BAFTA Award nominee, his was renowned for his versatility, having graduated from London Film...