Bob Rafelson
Bob Rafelson was an American film director, writer, and producer who was a key figure in the founding of the New Hollywood movement of the 1970s.
Director | Fiction Writer | Producer
February 21, 1933
August 29, 2021
88
Bob Rafelson, an influential American film director, writer, and producer, played a crucial role in establishing the New Hollywood movement in the 1970s. He gained recognition for directing acclaimed films such as Five Easy Pieces, The King of Marvin Gardens, and The Postman Always Rings Twice, as well as co-creating the popular television series, The Monkees. Rafelson’s other notable works include Black Widow, Blood and Wine, and Stay Hungry. His exceptional directing skills earned him the National Society of Film Critics Award for Best Director for Five Easy Pieces. Unfortunately, Rafelson passed away on July 23, 2022, at the age of 89.
