RICHARD ATTENBOROUGH (1923-2014)
By Adam Mast
The great Richard Attenborough has died at the age of 90. This masterclass director was the man behind GANDHI, CRY FREEDOM, and A BRIDGE TOO FAR but he also had quite the impressive acting career. Attenborough had appeared in dozens of noteworthy films since the early 40’s. Included; memorable performances in THE GREAT ESCAPE and JURASSIC PARK. He also left a most affectionate impression as Santa Claus in 1994’s charming MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET remake. Here’s hoping that director Colin Trevorrow gave this icon a cameo in the upcoming JURASSIC WORLD. Mr. Attenborough was a legend and he will be missed.
Gandhi Trailer
Scene from Jurassic Park
Miracle on 34th Street Trailer
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Adam MastAdam Mast has been a lifelong film enthusiast dating back to age 6 when his parents took him to see a little movie called JAWS at a drive-in theater in Northern California. This would lead him to several writing stints for various publications and outlets. Mast would also have a hand in several film projects of various shapes and sizes. In 2014, Mast would join forces with colleague John Pugh to create Cinemast.net as a means discuss film from a fan and analytical perspective. Together, Mast and Pugh would also create the 501 (C)(3) nonprofit, Film and Media Alliance of Southern Utah (FMASU) in 2017. FMASU’s mission is to encourage, inspire and educate filmmaking talent and to preserve film history. Adam currently resides in southern Utah with his amazing wife, Tonja, and their four wonderful children.
