British writer and
dramatist, 1935-1994, often called "The Original Wildman of British Television". Wrote many television scripts for both
features and
mini series as well as
plays and movie scripts.
Although he would snugly fit into any definition of "arthouse", Potter didn't share the trendy contempt for television other 20th century screenwriters seem to glory in. He wrote several mini series, and I'm sure this oft reviled genre has never seen anything more outlandish in its poor techniciolor life.
Potter was profound and funny, sympathetic and cruel, ruthless and sentimental. His comedies titter on the brink of tragedy, his dramas verge on the documentary. He had the most outlandish, untamed imaginaion coupled with the audacity of a true comic.
A very abridged list of his most famous works: