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Filmography Dick Richards has collaborated with some of the industry's most esteemed artists and directors, earning his reputation as a master storyteller and "actor's director." His ability to bring out nuanced performances is evident in his work with iconic actors like Robert Mitchum in Farewell, My Lovely (1975) and Gene Hackman in March or Die (1977). Richards worked with Jerry Bruckheimer on The Culpepper Cattle Co. (1972), and his production of Tootsie (1982) with director Sydney Pollack resulted in one of the most celebrated films of the era, earning 10 Academy Award nominations and winning a Golden Globe for Best Picture . Richards' versatility and ability to inspire great performances leaves a lasting impact on the film industry. Tootsie Starring: Dustin Hoffman, Jessica Lange, Terri Garr, Bill Murray, Geena Davis, Dabney Coleman, Charles Durning Studio: Columbia Pictures Release: 1982 Winner: Golden Globe, Best Picture Credits: Producer When it came out, "Tootsie" was the highest-grossing comedy of all time, and is still regarded as one of the great movies ever made. Dustin Hoffman plays an unemployed actor with a reputation for being difficult, who disguises himself as a woman to land a role in a soap opera. Richards developed and produced the film, which earned 10 Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture for Richards and director Sydney Pollack, and won the Golden Globe for Best Picture - Comedy. Farewell, My Lovely Starring: Robert Mitchum, Charlotte Rampling, John Ireland and Sylvia Miles Studio: Avco Embassy Pictures Release: 1975 Credits: Director Widely considered to be one of the best adaptations of Raymond Chandler’s work, “Farewell, My Lovely” stars Robert Mitchum as the iconic detective Philip Marlowe. Set against a gritty backdrop of police corruption, cheap hotels, gambling, and jewel heists, Marlowe is shot, drugged, and beaten as he searches for the lost love of a misguided convict. Richards’ work has been hailed as one of the finest examples of film noir, and cemented his legacy as a filmmaker. The Culpepper Cattle Co. Starring:: Gary Grimes, Billy Green Bush, Luke Askew Studio: Twentieth Century Fox Release: 1972 Credits: Director, Writer, Cinematographer In his directorial debut, Richards created a gritty and visually arresting film with "The Culpepper Cattle Company," a coming-of-age story about a young cowboy, played by Gary Grimes. Now a cult classic, this innovative western was Richards’ first collaboration with Bruckheimer, and won several awards, including Best Film at the San Sebastian Film Festival, where Richards was honored by one of his favorite directors, Howard Hawks. March or Die Starring: Gene Hackman, Catherine Deneuve, Terence Hill, Ian Holm, Max von Sydow Studio: Columbia Pictures Release: 1977 Credits: Director, Producer, Writer With a cast of thousands, this classic French Foreign Legion epic takes place in 1920’s Paris and Morocco as Gene Hackman’s Major Foster leads a force assigned to defending an archeological dig against El Krim, the fearsome leader of the Bedouin tribes committed to driving the French out of Morocco. Legendary Catherine Deneuve is Hackman’s love interest who drives a wedge between him and one of his key men. This was a grueling production during which shooting was interrupted for several weeks after Hackman was involved in an accident with a horse. The film was a blockbuster in Europe. Rafferty and the Gold Dust Twins Credits: Director Starring: Alan Arkin, Sally Kellerman, Mackenzie Phillips and Harry Dean Stanton Studio: Warner Brothers Release: 1975 Showcasing Richards’ talent for blending humor and character-driven storytelling, "Rafferty and the Gold Dust Twins" is a road trip journey filled with misadventures and scams. Alan Arkin is a driving instructor who is car-jacked by two women, Sally Kellerman & Mackenzie Philips, on their quest to reach New Orleans. Another collaboration with associate producer Jerry Bruckheimer, the movie received positive reviews for its engaging narrative and Richards' deft directorial touch, with Richard F. Shepard of The New York Times highlighting its "belly laughs and lots of chuckles." Man Woman and Child Credits: Director Starring: Martin Sheen, Blythe Danner, Craig T. Nelson Studio: Paramount Release: 1983 Based on Erich Segal’s bestseller and written for the screen by Segal (Love Story) and David Zelag Goodman, this family drama brought Richards back to his roots as a storyteller and actor’s director. Martin Sheen and Blythe Danner both turned in memorable performances as a couple who have to deal with the trio of circumstances that Sheen’s character had an affair 10 years prior and a son was conceived whose mother has now passed away. Sheen and Danner’s family, including two daughters of their own decide to welcome the boy into their home. This film follows the family’s journey through the complex emotions that ensue when Sheen’s incredibly likeable 10 year old French son enters their household. Death Valley Credits: Director Starring: Paul LeMat, Catherine Hicks, Wilford Brimley, Peter Billingsley Studio: Universal Release: 1982 A nice family roadtrips through Death Valley and runs afoul of a local serial killer. Wilford Brimley is the local sheriff and “Messy Marvin” himself, Peter Billingsley, is the little boy being terrorized by the killer. Catherine Hicks is Billingsley’s character’s mom and Paul LeMat plays her well-meaning boyfriend. This classic horror movie helped move the genre from its campy 70’s era into a more sophisticated style. Even the film was largely looked over domestically, it played to large audiences throughout the Far East. This also marked the beginning of a longtime collaboration between Richards and Brimley. Heat Credits: Director Starring: Burt Reynolds, Karen Young and Peter MacNicol Studio: Paramount Release: 1986 Written by William Goldman based on his own novel, “Heat” has Reynolds crossing lines from private eye to vigilante who could use a few rounds of therapy - for various ailments, including gambling. The New York Times wrote: “So you think Charles Bronson is the most lethal object on two feet? That’s because you haven’t seen Heat.” Jason Statham stars in a 2016 remake directed by Simon West.

Dick Richards proves he’s a blockbuster of a talent. I think Farewell, My Lovely is the kind of movie Bogart would have stood in line to see. - Rex Reed Dick Richards...has a good eye for eccentric faces and backgrounds. - Janet Maslin Richards has a feelings for momentary encounters: what might be throwaways for another director are his most acutely realizes moments. - Pauline Kael “Farewell, My Lovely" never steps wrong… One reason is that Dick Richards, the director, takes his material and characters absolutely seriously. - Roger Ebert Tootsie (1982) Farewell, My Lovely (1975) The Culpepper Cattle Company (1972) March or Die (1977) Rafferty and the Gold Dust Twins (1972) Man Woman and Child (1983) Death Valley (1983) Heat (1986) Dick Richards is an Award-winning Director, Writer, and Producer Dick Richards has received over 50 major industry awards for his work as film director, photographer and tv commercial director — including the Golden Globe, Clio, Gold Medal, Cannes Lion for the best worldwide commercial, and multiple New York Art Directors Awards. Richards is most famous for producing Tootsie , a pioneering project he discovered in New York and shepherded through the Hollywood system for four years. It went on to become the biggest comedy of all-time, earning producers Richards and Sydney Pollack Golden Globes and nominations for the Academy Award for Best Picture. Tootsie earned 10 Academy Award nominations, and is widely recognized as one of the best films ever made. It is ranked 69th on the American Film Institute’s 100 Greatest American Films of All Time . Richards’ film career began with directing and writing the coming-of-age western The Culpepper Cattle Co . (20th Century-Fox), a cult classic that earned him Screenwriter’s Annual Story Award given by the Writer’s Guild of America. He went on to direct the acclaimed Rafferty and the Gold Dust Twins (Warner Bros.) and Farewell, My Lovely (Embassy Pictures). His filmography also includes March or Die (Columbia Pictures), Death Valley (Universal), Man Woman and Child (Paramount Pictures), and Heat (New Century Vista). A native New Yorker, Richards is known as a storyteller and an “actor’s director,” having worked with Robert Mitchum, Gene Hackman, Catherine Deneuve, Alan Arkin, Charlotte Rampling, Sylvester Stallone, Max von Sydow, Wilford Brimley, Harry Dean Stanton, Martin Sheen, Blythe Danner, and others . Richards rose to prominence during the 1960’s advertising revolution, becoming a world-renowned photographer with a people-centric style. His photographs are in the permanent collection of the Smithsonian Institute, and have been showcased in galleries and museums including New York’s Museum of Modern Art. He became a celebrated commercial director for top brands like Volkswagen, Coca-Cola, Polaroid, General Motors, American Airlines, and Ford, among many others. Richards continues to work on creative projects, focusing on writing. His first play, Hooray for Hollywood!, is in development; and his novel, Exposed , is due in 2025. He currently sits on the board of the non-profit Enrichment Theatre Works , whose mission is to create and present professional theater to inspire learning.

Awards & Reviews Dick Richards is a decorated film director, producer, and advertising photographer whose career garnered prestigious awards and nominations. He has won major industry accolades, including the Cannes Lion for best worldwide commercial, multiple Clio Awards, and New York Art Directors Awards. Richards' transition to film brought further acclaim, with his film Tootsie (1982) earning a Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture - Comedy and an Academy Award nomination for Best Picture. His contributions to cinema have been celebrated by critics and peers alike, solidifying his legacy in the industry. Dick Richards proves he’s a blockbuster of a talent. I think Farewell, My Lovely is the kind of movie Bogart would have stood in line to see. - Rex Reed "Tootsie" is full of good movie writing, and such are its pleasures that you wonder early on why all comedies can't be this good..." - Bill Cosford “Farewell, My Lovely" never steps wrong… One reason is that Dick Richards, the director, takes his material and characters absolutely seriously. Richards doesn’t hedge his bet… Farewell, My Lovely” is a great entertainment and a celebration of Robert Mitchum’s absolute originality. It also announces the arrival of Richards as a promising new American director… Here is a totally assured piece of work. - Roger Ebert Dick Richards, who also directed “Farewell, My Lovely,” has a good eye for eccentric faces and backgrounds... - Janet Maslin "Rafferty and the Gold Dust Twins" sneaks up on you – you discover it, like a ‘sleeper.’ I found it a funny, velvety film, with the kind of tenderness that you can almost feel on your fingertips. The picture isn’t directed for straightforward excitement; it’s a sidewise vision. Dick Richards is a real southpaw. - Pauline Kael "Man, Woman and Child" is a sweetly dramatic picture… [with] fine performances, tautly directed. - Staff "Tootsie" restores the original meaning to the term “situation comedy.” - Vincent Canby Richards has a feelings for momentary encounters: what might be throwaways for another director are his most acutely realizes moments. - Pauline Kael “The Culpepper Cattle Co." puts across… gruff insights about a way of life now long past. - Jay Crocks "Heat" is a picture of battered virtue that Raymond Chandler might well have admired.

"The Culpepper Cattle Co." Credits: Director, Writer, Cinematographer Starring: Gary Grimes, Billy Green Bush, Luke Askew Studio: Twentieth Century Fox Release: 1972 Set in the rugged backdrop of a1866 cattle drive, the movie captures the harsh realities and moral complexities of the era, setting it apart from more romanticized Westerns. The narrative follows the journey of young Ben Mockridge (Gary Grimes), who learns the brutal lessons of the frontier under the mentorship of reformed gunslinger Frank Culpepper (Billy Green Bush). Young Ben years for cowboy life, and joins Culpepper's cattle drive - a dangerous and deadly journey during an era marked by extreme, everyday violence. Through shootouts with outlaws and cattle rustlers, horse theft and standoffs, Ben faces increasingly violent odds, and eventually becomes disillusioned with the cowboy dream. Accolades 1973 Nominee WGA Awards, Best Drama written directly for Screen 1973 Nominee SIYAD Award, Best Foreign Film Dick Richards makes an impressive entry into the world of filmmaking with his directorial debut "The Culpepper Cattle Co." How many men do you have to kill before you become the great American cowboy? He would go on to become known for a unique storytelling ability and attention to detail, and Richards brought a level of authenticity and grittiness to the revisionist Western genre that resonated with audiences and critics alike. About the Film Richards’ vision for "The Culpepper Cattle Co." was one of stark realism, reflected in the film's grainy photography and sepia tones. The film's unflinching portrayal of violence and justice in the West, combined with Richards' ability to draw compelling performances from his cast, garnered critical acclaim and established his reputation as a filmmaker capable of blending raw, realistic storytelling with engaging cinematic experiences. Notable also as his first collaboration with Jerry Bruckheimer, this debut set the stage for Richards' future success and left an indelible mark on the Western genre. Reviews “The Culpepper Cattle Co. puts across… gruff insights about a way of life now long past.” – Jay Cocks, Time Magazine

"Rafferty and the Gold Dust Twins" Credits: Director Starring: Alan Arkin, Sally Kellerman, Mackenzie Phillips and Harry Dean Stanton Studio: Warner Brothers Release: 1975 Rafferty, a disheartened, bourbon-swilling former Marine turned driving instructor (Alan Arkin) is carjacked by two peculiar women: “Mac” (Sally Kellerman) an ambitious, free-spirited aspiring country singer, and her young, irritable companion Frisbee (Mackenzie Philips). Despite his initial reluctance, Rafferty is swept up in a hapless adventure, aiming for New Orleans. The trio's journey quickly evolves into a series of misadventures, from Las Vegas to Tucson, Arizona, as they scam their way through the Southwest. With each city, their unlikely bond deepens, driven by shared escapades and the pursuit of a vague yet promising future. "Rafferty and the Gold Dust Twins" is a madcap road-trip comedy with plenty of heart Rafferty wasn’t going anywhere anyway... Showcasing Richards’ talent for blending humor and character-driven storytelling, "Rafferty and the Gold Dust Twins" is a road trip journey filled with misadventures and scams. Another collaboration with associate producer Jerry Bruckheimer, the movie received positive reviews for its engaging narrative and Richards' deft directorial touch. The film includes Sally Kellerman's performance of the song "It Wasn't God Who Made Honky Tonk Angels". Reviews “...belly laughs and lots of chuckles.” ~ Richard F. Shepard, New York Times "Rafferty and the Gold Dust Twins" sneaks up on you – you discover it, like a ‘sleeper.’ I found it a funny, velvety film, with the kind of tenderness that you can almost feel on your fingertips. The picture isn’t directed for straightforward excitement; it’s a sidewise vision. Dick Richards is a real southpaw. ~ Pauline Kael, New Yorker

"Farewell, My Lovely" Credits: Director Starring: Robert Mitchum, Charlotte Rampling, John Ireland and Sylvia Miles Studio: Avco Embassy Pictures Release: 1975 Set against the shadowy streets of 1941 Los Angeles, "Farewell, My Lovely" follows private detective Philip Marlowe (Robert Mitchum), hired by recently-paroled bank robber Moose Malloy to find his long-lost love, as he navigates through the murky layers of the city's criminal world. Bolstered with classic noir voice over, Marlowe runs into some shady characters, including the seductive Helen (Charlotte Rampling), who definitely has a secret or two... Replete with ruthless mobsters, corrupt officials, and duplicitous lovers, the film follows Marlowe while he untangles an intricate web of lies that challenges his own sense of justice. Accolades Academy Award, Best Supporting Actress, Sylvia Miles,1976 Edgar Allan Poe Awards, Best Picture, 1976 Richards elevates classic noir with "Farewell, My Lovely" starring Robert Mitchum I need another drink. I need a lot of life insurance. I need a vacation. And all I’ve got is a coat, a hat and a gun... This critically-acclaimed adaptation of Raymond Chandler’s classic noir novel, “Farewell, My Lovely” stars Robert Mitchum as the iconic detective Philip Marlowe. Richards' direction style would continue to focus on character performances, cementing his legacy as an "actor's director." About the Film Richards had an instinct for authentic 1940's drama, and his version of Marlowe followed DiMaggio's hitting streak while dodging punches and chasing justice. His vision breathed new life into classic characters, and Mitchum said of the movie, "This kid Richards, the director, he's got something. It'll be a good picture." Sylvia Miles portrayal of the washed-up Mrs. Florian earned a Best Supporting Actress Oscar, and the film won Best Picture from the Edgar Allen Poe Awards in 1976. Reviews “Dick Richards proves he’s a blockbuster of a talent. I think [Farewell, My Lovely] was the kind of movie Bogart would have stood in line to see.” ~ Rex Reed, New York Post "These opening shots are so evocative of Raymond Chandler's immortal Marlowe, archtypical private eye, haunting the underbelly of Los Angeles, that if we're Chandler fans we hold our breath. Is the ambience going to be maintained, or will this be another campy rip-off? Half an hour into the movie, we relax. Farewell, My Lovely never steps wrong...in the genre itself there hasn't been anything this good since Hollywood was doing Philip Marlowe the first time around. One reason is that Dick Richards, the director, takes his material and character absolutely seriously. He is not uneasy with it, as Robert Altman was when he had Elliott Gould flirt with seriousness in The Long Goodbye. Richards doesn't hedge his bet." ~ Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times "Mitchum...plays Marlowe with a delicious ease. He sounds just like Marlowe should sound." ~ Gene Siskel "The film's success lies in Mitchum's hard-boiled portrayal of Marlowe, its twisty plot and the moody atmosphere it creates through John A. Alonzo's photography. Los Angeles looms as a nighttime playground for hoods, beautiful women and suckers ready to be taken by all the glitzy signs leading them astray." ~ Dennis Schwartz Ebert, R. (1975, January 1). Farewell, My Lovely. *Chicago Sun-Times*. Ebert, R. (1975, June 17). Robert Mitchum: "Bring me a Miltown, sweetheart." *Roger Ebert*. Siskel, G. (1975, August 22). Mitchum turns a remake into a 'lovely' experience. *Chicago Tribune*, Section 3, p. 3. Schwartz, D. (2019, August 5). Farewell, My Lovely. *Dennis Schwartz Movie Reviews*.