My friend Cynthia Moody, who has died aged 89, was a film-maker and editor by profession and devoted her retirement to documenting, safeguarding and promoting the work of the sculptor Ronald Moody, her uncle. Ronald's Johanaan, carved in elm in 1936, has frequently been on display since its acquisition by the Tate in 1992. His high standing as a sculptor owes much to Cynthia's astute judgment and persistent diplomacy.
Cynthia was born in London. Her mother, Ruby, was Welsh. Her father, Charles, was born in Jamaica and then became a dentist in Britain. Harold, her eldest uncle, was the founder of the League of Coloured Peoples.
Cynthia spent part of her childhood in Jamaica, returning to Britain aged 13. After secondary school, and a brief spell in the Women's Royal Naval Service, she worked for the Shell Film Unit, receiving a thorough training in all aspects of film. She became a respected director and editor,...
Cynthia was born in London. Her mother, Ruby, was Welsh. Her father, Charles, was born in Jamaica and then became a dentist in Britain. Harold, her eldest uncle, was the founder of the League of Coloured Peoples.
Cynthia spent part of her childhood in Jamaica, returning to Britain aged 13. After secondary school, and a brief spell in the Women's Royal Naval Service, she worked for the Shell Film Unit, receiving a thorough training in all aspects of film. She became a respected director and editor,...
- 7/16/2013
- The Guardian - Film News
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