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obituary1 year ago

Oscar-Nominated 'Super Size Me' Director Morgan Spurlock Dies at 53

Morgan Spurlock, the Oscar-nominated director of the documentary "Super Size Me," passed away at 53 due to complications from cancer. His brother confirmed the news, highlighting Morgan's contributions to the film industry and his creative genius. Spurlock is survived by his family, including his parents, children, and siblings.

obituary1 year ago

'Super Size Me' Director Morgan Spurlock Dies at 53

Morgan Spurlock, the Oscar-nominated filmmaker known for his documentary "Super Size Me," died at 53 from cancer complications. Spurlock's career included a variety of documentaries and television series, and he was recognized for his impactful work in the film industry. He admitted to past sexual misconduct in 2017 and stepped down from his production company. Spurlock passed away in New York, surrounded by family and friends.

obituary1 year ago

"Eleanor Coppola, Emmy-winning documentary filmmaker, passes away at 87"

Eleanor Coppola, an Emmy-winning documentary filmmaker known for directing "Hearts of Darkness: A Filmmaker’s Apocalypse," has passed away at 87 at her home in Rutherford, California. She was best known for documenting the making of her husband Francis Ford Coppola's iconic films, including the troubled production of "Apocalypse Now." Coppola leaves behind a legacy of filmmaking and a family of filmmakers, including her children Roman and Sofia, while tragically losing her son Gian-Carlo in a boating accident in 1986.

movies1 year ago

"Hearts of Darkness Director Eleanor Coppola Dies at 87"

Eleanor Coppola, a documentary filmmaker known for chronicling her family's filmmaking journey, including Francis Ford Coppola's "Apocalypse Now" and Sofia Coppola's "The Virgin Suicides," has passed away at the age of 87. Her career began when she was asked to document the production of "Apocalypse Now," a film plagued by challenges. Despite marital difficulties, the Coppolas remained together, and Eleanor's work provided a unique perspective on their family's cinematic legacy.

obituary1 year ago

"Eleanor Coppola, Renowned Filmmaker and Wife of Francis Ford Coppola, Passes Away at 87"

Eleanor Coppola, the wife of Francis Ford Coppola and a key figure in the New Hollywood movement, has passed away at the age of 87. Known for her documentary filmmaking and chronicling the behind-the-scenes drama on film sets, she is best remembered for her work on "Hearts of Darkness: A Filmmaker’s Apocalypse," which detailed the making of "Apocalypse Now." Throughout her life, she played an active role in the Coppola family’s film and winemaking endeavors, and at the age of 80, she wrote and directed her first narrative feature, "Paris Can Wait." Coppola is survived by her husband Francis and her children Sofia and Roman.

obituary1 year ago

"Tragic Death of 'Killers of the Flower Moon' Producer's Wife"

Isabelle Thomas, a 39-year-old documentary filmmaker and wife of "Killers of the Flower Moon" producer Bradley Thomas, died by suicide at a Los Angeles hotel. Her death was confirmed by the Los Angeles Medical Examiner, and no note was left behind. Thomas, who was known for her diverse projects and passion for filmmaking, leaves behind her husband and two children. Her loved ones have requested privacy and suggested donations to the charity Choose Love in her memory.

obituary1 year ago

"Tragic Deaths: The Untold Stories of Isabelle Thomas and the Film Industry"

Isabelle Thomas, a documentary filmmaker and wife of "Killers of the Flower Moon" producer Bradley Thomas, died at 39 from multiple traumatic injuries in a reported suicide at a Los Angeles hotel. Known for her courage and kindness, she pursued filmmaking in Los Angeles and was involved in various projects. She leaves behind her husband and two children. Her family has requested privacy and suggested donations to the charity Choose Love in her memory.

obituary1 year ago

Tragic Death of 'Killers of the Flower Moon' Producer's Wife Sparks Mourning

Isabelle Lawrence Thomas, wife of Killers of the Flower Moon producer Bradley Thomas, has tragically passed away. A graduate in Neuroscience from Oxford, she pursued her passion for storytelling and filmmaking in Los Angeles, producing documentaries on kindness and pickleball. Survived by her husband, children, and extended family, her sudden death has deeply shaken those who knew her. The family has requested privacy and suggested contributions to the Mental Health Coalition in her memory.