winning filmmaker Sebastián Lelio found dead at 52
New York Post • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Sebastián Lelio, the Oscar-winning Chilean director known for "A Fantastic Woman," has died at age 52 due to unspecified health complications.
- Lelio was found dead at his home in Santiago by his partner, actress Amalia Kassai, who informed the authorities.
- His family expressed deep grief and highlighted his significant contributions to Chilean culture, requesting privacy during this difficult time.
- Lelio was actively working on film projects, including an adaptation of Alejandro Zambra’s novel "Chilean Poet" and the upcoming movie "Voyagers" starring Andrew Garfield.
- He won the 2018 Academy Award for Best International Film with "A Fantastic Woman," Chile’s second Oscar win, and had a distinguished career collaborating with major actors like Julianne Moore and Rachel Weisz.
