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Anthony Minghella

Born and raised on the Isle of Wight, Anthony Minghella, went on to become a celebrated film director.

He famously referenced the Isle of Wight during his Oscar speech and holds a special place in many people’s hearts.

Below are articles relating to the late Anthony Minghella CBE.

eddie minghella (centre) on the set of The Talented Mr Ripley

2, November 2024·3 min read

Mountbatten Isle of Wight to host special screening of The Talented Mr Ripley

Experience Minghella's classic, The Talented Mr Ripley, at Mountbatten's charity screening

27, July 2017·1 min read

Max Minghella to make directorial debut with film set on the Isle of Wight

Filming will take place on the Isle of Wight for this coming-of-age film about a teenage girl dreaming of becoming a pop star. Co-written and directed by Anthony Mingella's son, Max, it seems to have all the ingredients for success.

28, January 2017·1 min read

John Hurt discussing capitalism and the loss of an age of naivety (podcast)

Back in 2010 OnTheWight (then VentnorBlog) were fortunate enough to meet and spend time talking with the late great John Hurt. It was an incredibly special moment for us. Listen to the podcast to hear what John had to say, it was a fascinating conversation.

22, July 2015·1 min read

Anthony Minghella has been nominated for the next £20 note

The call for nominations of visual artists for the new £20 note has now closed, but we see there are at least two Isle of Wight contenders. Julia Margaret Cameron and Anthony Minghella.