ROTTEN TOMATOES: Auteur Robert Altman Passes Away at 81 Comments

Auteur Robert Altman Passes Away at 81

by Alex Vo | November 21, 2006

Summary

Robert Altman, the esteemed and venerable director of "M*A*S*H," "Nashville," and "The Player," died Monday from complications due to cancer. He was 81. Back to Article

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iheartbrucecampbell writes:
on Nov 21 2006 04:20 PM

[b]a loss[/b]
a huge loss...you will be missed, mr altman. thankyou for all youve done for the world of cinema.

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MyDearestFosca writes:
on Nov 21 2006 04:27 PM

In reply to this comment (#849386)
Holy crap... All I can say is that I agree 100% with the previous comment. Thanks for everything, Mr. Altman.

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Mavtactic writes:
on Nov 21 2006 04:42 PM

R.I.P.....Thank you

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foolofatook writes:
on Nov 21 2006 05:01 PM

This is really sad, shocking news. :( One of the greats, my thoughts are with his family.

R.I.P., Robert. Thanks for everything.

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toniokruger writes:
on Nov 21 2006 05:07 PM

[b]and the silver screen mourns[/b]
This is indeed a sad news. Robert Altman is truly a maverick, a visionary but above all, a humanist who will stop at nothing -not budget, egos, studio interference- to realise his vision. Rest in peace, sir.

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Zen Bullet writes:
on Nov 21 2006 05:07 PM

Thanks so much for your fantastic contribution to cinema art . . .

. . . for your incredible inspiration, and your masterful story wit

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Psyfoob writes:
on Nov 21 2006 05:22 PM

[b]A Loss of One of The Greats[/b]
As an aspiring writer and director, Robert Altman was one of the few that I really looked up to and that inspired me to chase after my dream of becoming a film maker. For that alone, I must thank you personally for your inspiration and for having such an amazing talent and vision of the world. You will be missed.

My thoughts and prayers go out to your family and friends.

R.I.P. Mr. Altman. I hope to someday meet you on the other side so I can hear some of your incredible stories.

Sincerely,

-Tye Nevarez

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poedude99 writes:
on Nov 21 2006 05:23 PM

[b]there is none better[/b]
the guy had a real idea as to what film was about... Ebert has called McCabe and Mrs Miller "the perfect film" and I agree... Short Cuts was mind blowing.... there are so many more... thanks again.

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Instructo writes:
on Nov 21 2006 05:33 PM

r.i.p mr. altman you truly were an idol

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pinoy172 writes:
on Nov 21 2006 05:43 PM

:( ciao mi amigo

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Reeven writes:
on Nov 21 2006 06:29 PM

I almost don't believe this, I was just starting to really get into him. Seeing the title of this article made me jump. It's a shame, he was amazing.

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h-town24 writes:
on Nov 21 2006 06:51 PM

R.I.P.

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psycho_jack writes:
on Nov 21 2006 07:13 PM

In reply to this comment (#849386)
thank u to bringing so much to the world of cinema mr altman.. you will be missed a lot. Thank u so much..

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AustinGOP writes:
on Nov 21 2006 07:53 PM

I was shocked to learn of Robert Altman's death. I fell in love with his films after seeing "A Prairie Home Companion" and have grown to admire his style so much. His intricate knowledge of film and directing amaze me every time I see his films. He will be missed greatly. I will always hold a special place in my heart for his films. Now I need to go watch "Gosford Park."

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kidkarma66 writes:
on Nov 21 2006 09:14 PM

[b]The 'G' Word[/b]
Robert Altman was the cinematic equivalent of The Grateful Dead-an artist who at all times stayed true to himself by honoring his muse, who went for 'it' in every film, and who was equally capable of dazzling us with his brilliance (McCabe and Mrs. Miller, Brewster McCloud, 3 Women, The Long Goodbye, California Split et. al.), or leaving us scratching our collective heads with some nearly impenetrable 'failures' (anyone remember Quintet?). He was a true original and, though he would have scoffed at the designation, a bona fide Genius. The world is a less interesting place without him. Godspeed, Mr. Altman...

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cardow writes:
on Nov 21 2006 11:17 PM

One of the all time greats, a true master of his craft in every sense of the word. He'll be greatly missed, but thankfully, never forgotten. Rest in Peace Mr. Altman.

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fizzypulp writes:
on Nov 22 2006 01:03 AM

Sad news indeeed.
A true induvidual who showed us time and time again that film making is an art, is about the actors and is about passion.
We are lucky to have so much of his work so that he may never be forgotten.

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red_wine writes:
on Nov 22 2006 02:05 AM

Hail Robert Altman! You shall be remembered.

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adamtstop writes:
on Nov 22 2006 04:01 AM

sad news.
R.I.P.

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yony writes:
on Nov 22 2006 05:41 AM

[b]a genius that was ignored by the Academy members a[/b]
a genius that was ignored by the Academy members and didnt win the Oscar that he should win

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Munster writes:
on Nov 22 2006 06:23 AM

I fell in love with film after seeing The Player. I've since seen so much more of Altman's work and loved, oooh, a lot of it. Thanks, Bob.

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Mikeal420 writes:
on Nov 22 2006 10:12 AM

This guy changed the very DNA structure of how a movie is made. He saw the potential of film like no other director. These three films I feel are his greatest(in order) and should be essential viewing for anyone that claims to love film:

1. McCabe & Ms. Miller
2. Nashville
3. Short Cuts

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arcadefire325 writes:
on Nov 26 2006 03:09 PM

[b]robert altman[/b]
R.I.P. condolences to his family and friends.

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kitboy writes:
on Nov 27 2006 06:19 PM

So sad to hear this news. He was my favorite director. I am so grateful for the movies he made and the way he made them. 'Nashville' is the richest movie-going experience I can imagine. It is so chock full of brilliant moments and performances and ALL of them add up to this amazing whole that is close to god. (please only see in widescreen format)
I'm surprised that his strange but incredible 'Three Women' is not mentioned here, and I really want to point movie lovers to his wonderful gem 'Theives Like Us.' Even his 'lesser' have a great Jazz to them. I LOVED 'A Wedding' when I was a kid (and had no real idea who Altman was.)
I had the great pleasure of meeting Altman and his wife Catherine once, and I was struck by his genial wit, openess and overt kindness. They were both so lovely.
We have lost a great great artist. Thank god we had him a while.

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