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Michael Cimino (I) (1939–2016)
Michael Cimino studied architecture and dramatic arts; later he filmed advertisements and documentaries and also wrote scripts until the actor, producer and director Clint Eastwood gave him the opportunity to direct the thriller Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974). But his biggest success was The Deer Hunter (1978) which won the Oscar for best film. ...
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Born:in New York City, New York, USADied:(age 77) in Los Angeles, California, USA |
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Novel: "Big Jane". Paris: Editions Gallimard, 2001. ISBN 2070417603 See more »Publicity Listings:
3 Biographical Movies | 3 Print Biographies | 4 Interviews | 5 Articles | See more »Official Sites:
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Mike CiminoHeight:
5' 5" (1.65 m)
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[on book publishing] When a guy is perceived as macho, female editors aren't going to like it - because they all want to be men. See more »Trivia:
There has been much confusion over Cimino's birthdate throughout the years. In December 1978 interviews for The Deer Hunter (1978), he claimed to be 35 (he was apparently two months shy of his fortieth birthday), and his birth month was believed to be November. He has made similar claims in subsequent years, always purporting to be in his mid-to-late thirties. His birthdate is believed to be ... See more »Trademark:
Casting of non-professional actors in supporting roles ( Chuck Aspegren in The Deer Hunter (1978), Ariane in Year of the Dragon (1985)). See more »Nickname:
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