Roger Michell was a director adored by his actors.
The proof, while the British filmmaker died suddenly (the causes of his death were not revealed but nobody expected it in his entourage), all the stars who turned in front of his camera unanimously praised the qualities human rights of the man who staged one of the most cult romantic comedies:
Love at first sight in Notting Hill
.
Among these stars, there is obviously Julia Roberts.
The actress, obviously moved, posted on Instagram a photo of the director behind the camera, writing in caption: “I liked every minute that we spent together.
RIP Roger Michell ”.
Devastated
Same respect from Sam Neill, who toured with the director in
Blackbird
in 2020. “#RogerMichell.
This lovely man… We, the actors, along with our director Roger, all got a bird tattoo after filming
Blackbird
-
Lifelong
Friends.
Roger was only 65 years old.
We are all devastated.
I cry with his family.
A great man, ”he wrote on Instagram.
Sam Claflin, who had worked with him on the adaptation of
My Cousine Rachel
, by Daphne du Maurier, also praised his memory.
“Mr. Michell - you were truly one of the best men I have had the privilege of working with.
Patient.
Kind.
Magnet.
Sir, you will be missed.
Love to your family.
Love to all.
Life is too short, ”he wrote.
Roger Michell had four children, born from two marriages.
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