ALBERT-MAYSLES-Obituary

ALBERT MAYSLES

1926 - 2015 (Age 88)

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MAYSLES--ALBERT. 88, died at home on March 5, surrounded by family. A legendary documentary filmmaker for over 60 years, he and his late brother David created such iconic films as Grey Gardens, Gimme Shelter and Salesman. Two new films Iris, a portrait of Iris Apfel, and In Transit will screen in...

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I just learned of Mr. Maysles passing. I met him as a volunteer for Sun Valley Center for the Arts and when the Documentary Film Festival was in its planning stages. That gathering was epic in that all 4 four major doc filmmakers were present in one place at one time. Albert was kind, sweet and brilliant. He gave me one of his videos Salesman which was amazing since my father, a salesman lived through that period. There was no way Mr. Maysles could have known that, and I treasure it. My late...

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My deepest sympathy to the family.

Heartfelt condolences to the Maysles family and loved ones. May the God of all comfort be with you.

my deepest sympathy to your family. please read a bible thought to encouraging your family

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NYC cableTV star Ugly George had the honor to be invited to Albert's Studio/Screening room in 2012 & thoroughly enjoyed our Give&Take about the Avant-Garde passing from 16mm film to 1/2" videotape. Cineastes still love you, Albert.

Sincere condolence to the Maysles family and friend. May God carry you threw these distressful times (2Corinthains1:3,4;

To the Maysles family:Thank you for sharing your dear loved one with the entertainment industry. Our heartfelt condolences to the family.Draw close to God and he will draw close to you during the days ahead.