Frederick Wiseman, prolific documentary film-maker, dies aged 96
by Dee Jefferson from World news | The Guardian on (#73M5V)
Recognised with an honorary Academy Award in 2016, Wiseman directed and produced almost 50 films with a lifelong commitment to curiosity and naturalism
Frederick Wiseman, the prolific film-maker whose documentaries primarily explored US public institutions and communities, has died aged 96.
His death on Monday was announced in a joint statement from the Wiseman family and his production company, Zipporah Films.
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