Leslie Nielsen's death sure was a shock, but nobody really expects another death so soon. If you're not sure who Irvin Kershner was then it's not surprising, since the man has been out of the film business for some time. The director passed away from a long term illness in Los Angeles, California. He may not have made such a lasting impression, but he deserves recognition for bringing to the screen what most consider to be the best film in the Star Wars saga, The Empire Strikes Back. He also directed Robocop 2 and the James Bond film Never Say Never Again, but he will always be remembered for his work on the famous science fiction franchise. As a matter of fact, he may ultimately be deserving of more praise for that than George Lucas. Look at how far Lucas has gotten without him. This death actually struck more of a punch than Nielsen's, though both are more than worthy of recognition.
Monday, November 29, 2010
Irvin Kershner (1923-2010)
Leslie Nielsen's death sure was a shock, but nobody really expects another death so soon. If you're not sure who Irvin Kershner was then it's not surprising, since the man has been out of the film business for some time. The director passed away from a long term illness in Los Angeles, California. He may not have made such a lasting impression, but he deserves recognition for bringing to the screen what most consider to be the best film in the Star Wars saga, The Empire Strikes Back. He also directed Robocop 2 and the James Bond film Never Say Never Again, but he will always be remembered for his work on the famous science fiction franchise. As a matter of fact, he may ultimately be deserving of more praise for that than George Lucas. Look at how far Lucas has gotten without him. This death actually struck more of a punch than Nielsen's, though both are more than worthy of recognition.
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