Rob Reiner, Director of ‘Misery,’ ‘Princess Bride,’ Dead at 78

One of the greatest directors of this generation, Rob Reiner, has died at the age of 78. He was found at his home in Los Angeles, California, on Sunday with his wife, Michelle. The deaths are being treated as a homicide, according to TMZ. People reported that the couple was killed by their son, though officials have not yet confirmed that.

There will be much more to say as law enforcement discovers the circumstances of the deaths in the coming days. So, for now, let’s put that aside and talk about Reiner; He has given the world so much joy through his art, which is almost unprecedented.

Reiner, born in 1947, is the son of comedian, actor, author and director Carl Reiner. He followed in his father’s footsteps, first rising to stardom with a major role as an actor in the classic comedy, It’s all in the family. He parlayed that into several behind-the-scenes credits before making his directorial debut This is the spinal tap In 1984.

Ultimately, the film was a huge success. But for Reiner, it took a few more years for him to achieve the commercial success he had on television. This first came in 1986 when he directed the Stephen King film adaptation, stand by me, Which started one of the most incredibly successful shows in Hollywood history.

Next, there it was princess bride, It is regularly cited as one of the greatest fantasy adventure films of all time. Then there it was When Harry met Sally, Arguably the best romantic comedy ever made. then Miseryanother King film adaptation in which the lead actress, Kathy Bates, won an Academy Award. Then came the star-studded courtroom surprise, which is still quoted, A few good men.

Many films followed, such as american president bucket list north flipped And more. Each of them cemented Reiner’s legacy as an all-time great. Additionally, he co-founded Castle Rock Entertainment, which was responsible for a host of other hits, before it was acquired by Turner in 1993.

I saw Reiner earlier this year at an event in Los Angeles. He was there to talk about two of his films, stand by me and Miseryand was as sharp and inspiring as ever. I felt emotional being in the same room with the director, thinking about what his work means to me. Now, thinking about his passing, it makes it even more difficult, because he was truly a unique generational talent.

Update, December 15, 1:23 a.m.: The original version of this post has been updated to include more clarity about the alleged crime.

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