Hugh Hudson, a British filmmaker who debuted as a feature director with the Oscar\u002Dwinning Olympics drama \u0022Chariots of Fire\u0022, has died.
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Hudson’s family issued a brief statement announcing that he died Friday at a hospital in London “after a short illness.”From our newsroom to your inbox at noon, the latest headlines, stories, opinion and photos from the Toronto Sun.By clicking on the sign up button you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. You may unsubscribe any time by clicking on the unsubscribe link at the bottom of our emails or any newsletter. Postmedia Network Inc.
With its inspirational plot and sentimental theme music by the Greek composer Vangelis, “Chariots of Fire” was a solid commercial success and won four Academy Awards, including best picture and score. Hudson, a nominee for director, later helped produce a stage adaptation of “Chariots” that was timed for the 2012 Summer Olympics in London.Article contentHe had mixed success with future movie projects.
According to his family’s statement, Hudson is survived by his wife, Maryam, his son, Thomas, and his first wife, Sue.
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