Ismail Merchant Quotes

A collection of quotes by Ismail Merchant.

Ismail Merchant was an Indian-born film producer and director, best known for his collaboration with James Ivory in the production company, Merchant Ivory Productions. He was born on December 25, 1936, in Mumbai, British India (now Mumbai, India).

Merchant studied at the Cathedral and John Connon School in Mumbai before moving to the United States in 1958 to attend New York University. It was during his time there that he met James Ivory, and together they formed a professional partnership that would span over 40 years.

Merchant and Ivory gained international acclaim for their meticulous attention to detail and their exploration of themes like culture, social class, and sexuality in their films. Their partnership produced numerous critically acclaimed movies including "A Room with a View" (1985), "Howards End" (1992), and "The Remains of the Day" (1993). Their film "A Room with a View" received eight Academy Award nominations and won three, including Best Adapted Screenplay.

Merchant worked tirelessly throughout his career, producing over 40 films and receiving several awards and honors, including the National Order of the Legion of Honour in 2002. He passed away on May 25, 2005, in London, United Kingdom, leaving behind a rich legacy of thought-provoking and visually stunning cinema.