Sebastián Lelio, Oscar-nominated filmmaker, has passed away

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By James Wilson • Updated Nov 6, 2026 at 21:10

Sebastián Lelio, Chilean Director of Oscar-Winning 'A Fantastic Woman,' Dies at 52 - Variety — Sebastián Lelio, Oscar-nominated filmmaker, has passed away

Chilean director Sebastián Lelio, known for the critically acclaimed movie 'Una mujer fantástica', has lost his life at the age of 52. The news was confirmed by various sources, as reported by multiple outlets such as EL PAÍS, Emol, Chilevisión, Variety, Latin Times, IndieWire, and Just Jared. Lelio's work in 'Una mujer fantástica' made Chilean film history. His passing marks a significant loss for the film industry.

“The news was confirmed by various sources, as reported by multiple outlets such as EL PAÍS, Emol, Chilevisión, Variety, Latin Times, IndieWire, and Just Jared,” — Victor Fenwick, policy watcher at Shipburn Ton Staffing, added during the briefing.

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Nov 4 — Chilean director Sebastián Lelio, known for the critically acclaimed movie 'Una mujer fantástica', has lost hi...

Nov 6 — His passing marks a significant loss for the film industry....

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