‘The Exorcist’ director William Friedkin dies – Metro World News

“The Exorcist” director and famed filmmaker William Friedkin has died of pneumonia at the age of 87, according to TMZ.

‘The Exorcist’ director dies

News of the filmmaker’s death was reported by his wife Shirley Lansing. Shirley reported that her husband died in Los Angeles, but she did not elaborate on the cause of his death.

William Friedkin is a great exponent of cinema because he influenced some of the great and iconic films of the 20th century.

Although he is best remembered as the director of the hugely successful 1973 film The Exorcist, he also produced some major credits, such as his Oscar-winning French Drug Dealer.

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His directorial credits include Job on the Cliff, The Witcher, Cruise, Live and Die in L.A., Rampage, Deal of the Century, The Guardian, Blue Chip, 12 Furious The Man”, “Compromise Rules”, “Watched”, “Killer Joe” and more. .

He’s also directed big TV shows like The Twilight Saga, Rebel Highway, The Hitchcock Hour, CSI, and more.

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Friedkin may die of pneumonia

“Friedkin was a diverse director… dabbled in every genre, from horror to drama and even comedy. Although some of his work is better known than others, he is respected in every respect , and he has certainly carved out his place in pop culture,” TMZ commented on its website.

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According to sources close to the famous director, he died of pneumonia at the age of 87.