Sunday, June 01, 2008

Vale Sydney Pollack

Out of Africa remains one of my favourite films. And as I consider other favourites, the work of Sydney Pollack is represented as one of my favourite directors. His films earned deserved respect for his clear, intelligent approach to film-making. And I enjoyed the characters he brought to the screen in his acting roles.

Two favourite directors gone this year, Anthony Minghella and Sydney Pollack. I am sad to think I will not again have the opportunity to learn, imagine, be entertained and drawn into worlds by their work, and grateful for what they did make.

There are many lengthy, deserved, detailed obituaries on the net for both men. This is just a simple thank you from one cinemagoer.

Sydney Pollack, thank you.

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