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entertainment2 years ago

"Cher Pays Tribute to Director Norman Jewison Following His Passing at 97"

Cher pays tribute to her Moonstruck director Norman Jewison following his passing at age 97, thanking him for one of the greatest experiences of her life and crediting him for making the film great. Jewison's favorite film, Moonstruck, charmed critics and audiences, earning accolades and box office success. Cher, who won an Academy Award for her role in the film, reunited with Jewison in 2009 and presented him with a DGA Lifetime Achievement Award in 2010. Jewison's final film was The Statement, and Cher is currently facing a court battle over her son's conservatorship.

via Daily Mail|
#cher#director#entertainment
obituary2 years ago

"Legendary Director Norman Jewison Dies at 97"

Norman Jewison, the acclaimed director of films like "In the Heat of the Night," "Fiddler on the Roof," and "Moonstruck," has passed away at the age of 97. The Canadian-born filmmaker earned seven Oscar nominations throughout his career and was known for addressing themes of racism and injustice in his work. Jewison's notable films include "In the Heat of the Night," "Fiddler on the Roof," and "Moonstruck," for which Cher and Nicolas Cage expressed their gratitude and sadness at his passing. Cher thanked Jewison for her best actress Oscar win for "Moonstruck," while Cage praised him for his guidance. Jewison's last completed film was 2003's "The Statement," and he is survived by his three children.

via Fox News|
#director#fiddler-on-the-roof#moonstruck
obituary2 years ago

"Remembering Norman Jewison: A Tribute to the Acclaimed Director of 'Moonstruck' and 'Fiddler on the Roof'"

Norman Jewison, the acclaimed filmmaker known for directing Moonstruck and In The Heat Of The Night, has passed away at the age of 97. His diverse career spanned from directing musical shows to producing and directing award-winning films, and he also founded the Canadian Film Centre to support future filmmakers. Jewison leaves behind a legacy of influential and varied work in the film industry.

via The A.V. Club|
#director#filmmaker#in-the-heat-of-the-night
obituary2 years ago

"Director Norman Jewison Passes Away at 97"

Norman Jewison, the acclaimed Canadian film and TV director known for "Moonstruck" and "In the Heat of the Night," has passed away at the age of 97. Throughout his career, he received seven Oscar nominations and won 12 Oscars, as well as three Emmys for his work in television. Jewison was also honored with prestigious awards from the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts & Sciences and the Directors Guild of America. He is survived by his wife, children, and grandchildren, and celebrations of his life will be held in Los Angeles and Toronto.

via New York Post |
#director#in-the-heat-of-the-night#moonstruck
obituary2 years ago

"Acclaimed Director Norman Jewison Dies at 97"

Norman Jewison, the acclaimed filmmaker known for directing "In the Heat of the Night," "Moonstruck," and "Fiddler on the Roof," has passed away at the age of 97. Throughout his career, he tackled a wide range of genres and received multiple Oscar nominations. Jewison's work often addressed social injustice, and he was recognized for his ability to bring out exceptional performances from his actors. His legacy includes a significant impact on Canadian and international cinema.

via Hollywood Reporter|
#director#filmmaker#in-the-heat-of-the-night
entertainment2 years ago

The Reason Why Fans Slapped Nicolas Cage at the Airport.

Nicolas Cage revealed that fans used to slap him at the airport and say "Snap out of it!" from his 1987 rom-com film Moonstruck. He speculated that fans may have thought he would cast them in something. Cage also discussed his role as Count Dracula in the upcoming film Renfield, saying that the character's addiction to blood is relatable to human issues such as addiction to alcohol, heroin, or sex. Renfield hits theaters on April 14.

via Entertainment Tonight|
#addiction#count-dracula#entertainment