Sebastián Lelio, director of A Fantastic Woman and Gloria, dies aged 52
Acclaimed Chilean filmmaker Sebastián Lelio, known for directing 'A Fantastic Woman' and 'Gloria', has passed away at the age of 52. His work was highly regarded for its exploration of complex human emotions and social issues.
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Lelio was a significant figure in international cinema, having brought Chilean film to global prominence with an Oscar win.
The Wonder's Sebastian Lelio photographed at TIFF 2022 Shutterstock x TheWrap Portrait Studio, Day 4, Toronto International Film Festival, Canada - 12 Sep 2022 Photograph: Jeff Vespa/REX/Shutterstock The Wonder's Sebastian Lelio photographed at TIFF 2022 Shutterstock x TheWrap Portrait Studio, Day 4, Toronto International Film Festival, Canada - 12 Sep 2022 Photograph: Jeff Vespa/REX/Shutterstock Film Sebastián Lelio, director of A Fantastic Woman and Gloria, dies aged 52 The Chilean film-maker, whose films starred Florence Pugh, Julianne Moore and Rachel Weisz, died at his home in Santiago
Prefer the Guardian on Google Chilean film-maker Sebastián Lelio has died at the age of 52.
He was best known for the Oscar-winning trans drama A Fantastic Woman and his English-language films included Gloria Bell and The Wonder.
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