Saturday, July 22, 2006

Farewell JACK WARDEN

One of the two last remaining 'Twelve Angry Men'- Juror Number 7, has died.
Jack Warden, famous for his supporting roles in films like Shampoo, Heaven Can Wait, Brian's Song and Being There, died at the age of 85. He left behind performances in 153 movies, from his debut in 1951 to his last in 2000.

For movie goers, he will be famous for many supporting roles. For me, he will always be remembered as Juror #7, the salesman who keeps pushing for a quick decision in the murder case in Sidney Lumet's screen version of 'Twelve Angry Men'. And for his performance opposite Peter Sellers in 'Being There', where he portrays the President of the United States. Other performances include the football coach in Brian's Song, and as Doctor Bressner in the all star cast of 'Death on the Nile'

Sadly now, there is only one remaining 'Twelve Angry Men' left- that being Jack Klugman.
Cinema has lost a wonderful supporting actor.

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