Miloš Forman, who rose to prominence as a key figure in the Czech New Wave before establishing himself as one of Hollywood’s most sought-after directors, has died at 86.
A two-time winner of the Academy Award for Best Director, the “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” and “Amadeus” helmer also won three Golden Globes, the Cannes Film Festival’s Grand Prize of the Jury (for “Taking Off”), the Golden Bear at Berlin (“The People vs.
Larry Flynt”), a BAFTA award, and numerous other accolades.He died last night in Warren, Connecticut following a short illness.“Miloš was truly one of ours.
A filmmaker, artist, and champion of artists’ rights,” Directors Guild of America President Thomas Schlamme said in a statement.
“His contribution to the craft of directing has been an undeniable source of inspiration for generations of filmmakers.
His directorial vision deftly brought together provocative subject matter, stellar performances
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