Renowned Director Elliot Silverstein Dies at 96

Silverstein, known for 'Cat Ballou' and 'A Man Called Horse', was instrumental in establishing the Bill of Creative Rights for directors.

Overview

Elliot Silverstein, renowned director of films and television series, died at the age of 96 in Los Angeles.
Silverstein is best known for directing 'Cat Ballou', for which Lee Marvin won an Oscar, and 'A Man Called Horse'.
He also directed episodes of acclaimed TV series like 'The Twilight Zone', 'Naked City', and 'Route 66'.
Silverstein played a key role in the formation of the Bill of Creative Rights for directors, which defined the Director's Cut and is now considered the cornerstone of all director's rights.
After retiring from the industry, Silverstein taught at the University of Southern California.