His adaptation of the James Mason comedy A Touch Of Larceny earned him a Bafta nomination for best British screenplay.

He was married twice, first to actress Naomi Chance and he later married French actress Kerima.

Kerima starred in Outcast Of The Islands, which Hamilton worked on as an assistant director.

In 2012, Hamilton spoke to Bond composer David Arnold about directing Goldfinger and his career.

He said: "A director's job is to show off his star to his very best advantage. All actors have strengths and weaknesses ... cash in on their strengths and cover up their weaknesses."

Filmtalk quotes him reminiscing about working with big-name stars Katharine Hepburn and Humphrey Bogart on The African Queen.

He said: "They were huge personalities, but they never complained."

Talking to the Director's Guild of America, Hamilton explained his use of comedy before the opening credits, and how it set the scene for Bond audiences.

"The great thing is, leave your brains under the seat and we'll go for a great, big ride," he said.

He also spoke fondly of his mentor, Reed, and the best advice he was given by the award-winning director.

"It was like learning to ride a bicycle without hands - the first time you are wobbly, you're worried about where the camera is going next. Carol gave me the greatest advice - when in doubt, do a close shot," Hamilton explained.