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Sebastián Lelio Dies at 52

Chilean director of Oscar-winning film 'A Fantastic Woman' dies at 52.

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Sebastián Lelio Dies at 52

Chilean director of Oscar-winning film 'A Fantastic Woman' dies at 52.

In brief

Chilean director of Oscar-winning film 'A Fantastic Woman' dies at 52. Chilean filmmaker Sebastián Lelio, who directed the Oscar-winning 'A Fantastic Woman', died at age 52 in Santiago amid health issues. Originally reported by IndieWire.

Sebastián Lelio

Sebastian Lelio

Chilean director of Oscar-winning film 'A Fantastic Woman' dies at 52.

Found Dead in Santiago

Lelio was found dead at his home in Santiago amid a health issue.

Partner's Statement

Partner Amalia Kassai shared his death in a Spanish statement.

The key point

Chilean filmmaker Sebastián Lelio, who directed the Oscar-winning 'A Fantastic Woman', died at age 52 in Santiago amid health issues.

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