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Eleanor Coppola, Renowned Filmmaker and Artist, Passes Away at 87

Eleanor Coppola, celebrated for her documentary 'Hearts of Darkness' and other artistic contributions, died surrounded by family in California.

  • Eleanor Coppola, Emmy-winning director and matriarch of a filmmaking family, died at her home in Rutherford, California.
  • Known for her documentary 'Hearts of Darkness' about the making of 'Apocalypse Now', Coppola's work had a significant impact on film and art.
  • Coppola also directed feature films like 'Paris Can Wait' and 'Love Is Love Is Love', showcasing her narrative storytelling later in life.
  • Her artistic endeavors extended beyond film, including photography and conceptual art, exhibited globally.
  • Survived by her husband Francis Ford Coppola and children, her legacy continues through her family's ongoing contributions to cinema.
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