Eleanor Coppola

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Remembering the Legacy of Eleanor Coppola: A Matriarch of Filmmaking

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A tribute to Eleanor Coppola's extraordinary contribution to cinema and the Coppola filmmaking dynasty.

Eleanor Coppola, the talented artist and matriarch of the renowned filmmaking dynasty, has passed away at the age of 87, leaving behind a profound legacy in the world of cinema. Throughout her illustrious career, Eleanor Coppola wore multiple hats - as a documentarian, artist, writer, and the esteemed wife of Francis Ford Coppola. She co-directed the iconic documentary 'Hearts of Darkness: A Filmmaker's Apocalypse,' providing an intimate glimpse into the tumultuous production of 'Apocalypse Now,' a pivotal film in her husband's repertoire.

Eleanor Coppola's artistic prowess extended to capturing the behind-the-scenes of her daughter Sofia Coppola's films, including the evocative 'The Virgin Suicides.' Her storytelling transcended generations, showcasing the intricacies and challenges of the filmmaking process within her own family. Her recent completion of a third memoir adds to her rich tapestry of creative achievements, emphasizing her lasting impact on the cinematic world.

In remembrance of Eleanor Coppola, the industry mourns the loss of a visionary who left an indelible mark on the art of filmmaking. Her quiet yet powerful contributions will resonate for years to come, shaping the way we appreciate and understand the magic of the silver screen.

Eleanor Coppola's dedication to documenting her family's cinematic endeavors, from the groundbreaking 'Apocalypse Now' to the enchanting 'The Virgin Suicides,' underscores her passion for storytelling and commitment to preserving the legacy of the Coppola filmmaking dynasty. As we reflect on her remarkable life and work, we pay tribute to a true pioneer of the silver screen.

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Eleanor Coppola, artist and matriarch of filmmaking dynasty, dead at ... (CNN)

Eleanor Coppola, documentarian, artist, writer and wife of Francis Ford Coppola, has died. She was 87.

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Eleanor Coppola, Who Chronicled Her Family's Filmmaking, Dies at ... (The New York Times)

She made documentaries of her husband Francis Ford Coppola's “Apocalypse Now” and her daughter Sofia Coppola's “The Virgin Suicides” and recalled their ...

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Eleanor Coppola, matriarch who documented her film family's work ... (The Washington Post)

She co-directed “Hearts of Darkness: A Filmmaker's Apocalypse,” about the tortured production of her husband's war movie “Apocalypse Now”

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Remembering Eleanor Coppola, Whose Quiet Contribution To ... (Deadline)

In the wake of the death of Eleanor Coppola, Deadline's Joe Utichi remembers a woman whose contribution to cinema will echo for years to come.

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Eleanor Coppola, 'Hearts of Darkness' director, dies at 87 (The Independent)

Eleanor Coppola, who raised successful family of filmmakers, is best known for her film chronicling production of husband Francis Ford Coppola's 'Apocalypse ...

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Eleanor Coppola, matriarch of moviemaking family, dead at 87 (New York Daily News)

Eleanor Coppola, the matriarch of the legendary family of Coppola filmmakers, died Friday at the age of 87. She had recently completed her third memoir.

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Eleanor Coppola dead at 87 (pdclarion.com)

Eleanor Coppola has died. The 87-year-old award-winning filmmaker, who had been married to 'The Godfather' director Francis Ford Coppola since 1963, ...

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Eleanor Coppola Passes Away at 87 — World of Reel (Jordan Ruimy)

Eleanor Coppola, Francis' wife, passed away yesterday at the age of 87. She was his lifelong creative partner, and even took up filmmaking for a small part ...

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Filmmaker and Coppola family matriarch Eleanor Coppola dies at 87 (NPR)

The documentarian was known for chronicling the movie-making process of family members Francis Ford Coppola and Sofia Coppola.

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Matriarch of filmmaking family, Eleanor Coppola, dies at 87 | Hot ... (Hot Springs Sentinel)

Eleanor Coppola, who documented the making of some of her husband Francis Ford Coppola's iconic films, including the infamously tortured production of ...

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Eleanor Coppola, artist and matriarch of filmmaking dynasty, dead at ... (CNN International)

Eleanor Coppola, documentarian, artist, writer and wife of Francis Ford Coppola, has died. She was 87.

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