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Richard Donner was known for directing Lethal Weapon films amongst other blockbusters died at 91. Written By Richard Donner passes away: Steven Spielberg, Edgar Wright & James Mangold pay tribute to ‘Superman’ director Richard Donner was one of the most prolific directors in Hollywood. He started his career in television and later made some huge blockbusters including the ‘Superman’ and ‘Lethal Weapon’ franchise. Some of his other notable works include Inside Moves, 16 Blocks, and the all-time classic ‘The Goonies’ amongst many others. Sean Astin, star of ...

By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer Filmmaker Richard Donner, who helped create the modern superhero blockbuster with 1978’s “Superman” and mastered the buddy comedy with the “Lethal Weapon” franchise, has died. He was 91. Donner died Monday in Los Angeles, his family said through a spokesperson. Donner gained fame with his first feature, 1976’s “The Omen.” A then-unheard-of offer followed: $1 million to direct 1978’s “Superman.” Donner channeled his love of the character into making the film, repeatedly facing off with producers o...

The Goonies, remembered Donner in a statement to Variety. Danny Glover, Richard Donner and Mel Gibson. (Getty) "Dick had such a powerful command of his movies, and was so gifted across so many genres. Being in his circle was akin to hanging out with your favorite coach, smartest professor, fiercest motivator, most endearing friend, staunchest ally, and - of course — the greatest Goonie of all," Spielberg said. "He was all kid. All heart. All the time. I can't believe he's gone, but his husky, hearty laugh will stay with me always." Gibson, who starred alongside Danny Glover in Donner's Le...

The Omen, which led to the coveted  Superman directing gig. The filmmaker’s treatment of the character — and Reeves’ powerful, yet never cynical portrayal of the hero and his alter-ego Clark Kent — remains a high water mark for the genre and the character. Donner returned for 1981’s  Superman II, but parted ways with the studio before it was completed. In 2006, the “Donner Cut” of the film was released onto DVD, to critical and fan acclaim. Donner’s death was mourned by friends and former colleagues including  Steven Spielberg, Glover, and Gibson,  Spielberg remembered D...

Lindsey Bahr FILE - Richard Donner arrives at the American Film Institute's 41st Lifetime Achievement Gala on June 6, 2013, in Los Angeles. The filmmaker, who helped create the modern superhero blockbuster with 1978’s “Superman” and mastered the buddy comedy with the “Lethal Weapon” franchise, has died. He was 91. Lauren Shuler Donner, his wife and producing partner, told the Hollywood trade "Deadline" that Donner died Monday, July 5, 2021. (Photo by Katy Winn/Invision/AP, File) July 05, 2021 - 3:23 PM Filmmaker Richard Donner, who helped c...