Filmmakers

Scott was also the founder of The International Monitor Institute, which fights war crimes.

Jenkins put a gritty journalistic spotlight on Black art, music, and more.

Benton also wrote and directed “Places in the Heart.”

Foley also directed music videos, often spotlighting Madonna during the height of her fame.

Kotcheff also directed “First Blood,” the first film of the “Rambo” series.

Cissé’s award-winning movie, “Yeelen,” is considered among Africa’s greatest films.

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.”

Brickman shared an Academy Award with Woody Allen for scripting “Annie Hall.”