R.I.P. Robert Evans (1930-2019)

Robert Evans

On October 26, 2019, movie producer Robert Evans died at the age of 89 in Beverly Hills, California. For a certain generation, he is one of the most essential voices in filmmaking, helping to turn Paramount Studios around from a failing studio into a trendsetting enterprise. Among his most renowned work is producing influential films like Rosemary's Baby, Love Story, The Godfather and Part II, and Chinatown. While his personal and eccentric life fought for attention in the press, his work spoke for itself and helped to define a certain aesthetic in the New Hollywood movement. Without him, a lot of masterpieces likely wouldn't have been made, or look very different. He leaves behind an enviable body of masterpieces, and he will be missed. 

R.I.P. Arthur Hiller (1923-2016)

Arthur Hiller

On August 17, director Arthur Hiller died at the age of 92 in Los Angeles, California. Over the course of his impressive career, he was known for making sophisticated comedies as well as the occasional branching out into romantic dramas and war films. Among his most recognizable work is Love Story, which remains one of the greatest love stories in cinematic history. He also collaborated with screenwriters such as Paddy Chayefsky and Neil Simon, as well as seemed to have a silver streak when it came to making Oscar-nominated films. While he only received one nomination in his career, his films were constantly nominated and/or won. For a director who made 33 films in 50 years, he leaves behind an impressive body of work that shows the power of comedy as well as what good film making can actually be.