Sebastián Lelio, Chilean Director of Oscar-Winning 'A Fantastic Woman,' Dies at 52 - Variety

Sebastián Lelio, acclaimed filmmaker, dies at age 52

Chilean director Sebastián Lelio, known for the critically acclaimed movie 'Una mujer fantástica', has lost his life at the age of 52. The news was confirmed by various sources, as reported by multiple outlets such as EL PAÍS, Emol, Chilevisión, Variety, Latin Times, IndieWire, and Just Jared. Lelio's work in 'Una mujer fantástica' became a landmark in Chilean filmmaking. His passing marks a significant loss for the film industry.

“Chilean director Sebastián Lelio, known for the critically acclaimed movie 'Una mujer fantástica', has lost his life at the age of 52,” — Victor Fenwick, policy watcher at Elmley Bury Media, told our newsroom.

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Nov 5 — Chilean director Sebastián Lelio, known for the critically acclaimed movie 'Una mujer fantástica', has lost hi...

Nov 7 — His passing marks a significant loss for the film industry....

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