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Robert Altman, the man behind the lens on "M*A*S*H," "Nashville" and "The Player," died Monday night at a Los Angeles Hospital, his Sandcastle 5 Productions Company said Tuesday. He was 81.
The cause of death was not disclosed, but a news release is expected later today, Associated Press reports.
Altman was nominated for an Academy Award five times for directing, most recently in 2001 for "Gosford Park." He was given a Lifetime Achievement Oscar in 2006, where Altman revealed in his acceptance speech that he had a received a heart transplant a decade earlier.
Altman's most recent film was "A Prairie Home Companion," starring Meryl Streep.
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Subterranean Cinema: You said exactly what i felt.
i almost cried. I couldnt believe no one on tv is talking about him.
yes..there can never be another altman and we will always remember him.
A true talent, is so hard to come by these days and we have lost one of the best.
Always felt terrif after seeing an Altman film. Can't say that about many directors.
I love Robert Altman and his work. There will never be anyone like him again.
Wow! This is sad. He was one of the best directors who ever lived. He was someone who wasn't afraid to take a chance on risky, off the wall material -- when the rest of Hollywood was sticking to formulaic remakes and sequels.
He was a maverick filmmaker and will definitely be missed.
Bill, you are a moron, he was one of the best director of all times. idiot!!!
Whatever, Malcom. I'm sure people will think the same about a nasty person like you ! Rest in peace, Mr. Altman... :-)
"Who gives a shit? !? Sir, his life was worth twenty of yours. What have you ever done in your life? Have you ever directed brillant Oscar worthy films? Show some respect. When you "croak" no one will give a shit.
#5 Malcom, KISS MY ASS LOSER!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Rest in peace, you will be dearly missed!!!!!
A sad passing. Our greatest filmmaker. Oh, and Malcolm, he was Catholic you ignoramus.
Wow! way to go TMZ, on your Fuc*king job today! Talking down offensive post almost as soon as they were put up!
ABOUT TIME YOU LAZY BASTARDS!!!
Robert Altman films were cutting edge, and he tried to lead American Movies into more character driven plots, instead of "shoot 'em ups"
Cut...wrap...and print! Next set up please!
I almost cried when I read this. I will miss Altman and genuinely regret the fact that I never had a chance to shake the man's hand.
