Directors

Lynch was a master of the bizarre, known for Eraserhead, Mulholland Drive, and many others.

His many films include “Private Benjamin” and remakes of “The Parent Trap” and “Alfie.”

The Miami native wrote and directed “Joshy” and “Life After Beth.”

He worked with David and Jerry Zucker, plus directed the “Hot Shots!” series solo.

Mordente was also a director who worked on dozens of TV series.

He ate nothing but McDonald’s items for 30 days for his best-known film.

He mentored many future great directors when they were young.

He created the series, and he wrote and directed several Benji feature films.

His notable works include “Saved,” “Lear,” and “Narrow Road to the Deep North.”

He also stood in for Gene Wilder in “Blazing Saddles” and Lee Majors in “The Fall Guy.”