‘One of the smartest and most charming film actors of all time’: Donald Sutherland tribute

We always mentally prepare for it, but when the information comes out, it really hurts. Donald Sutherland died on June 20 at the age of 88. His son Kiefer Sutherland made the announcement on his X account. “I personally think he is one of the most important actors in the history of cinema. He was never afraid of a role, good, bad or ugly. He loved what he did and did what he loved and you could never ask for more than that. , a life well spent.” “ he wrote.

We can only nod. Donald Sutherland was a tremendous actor, a complete one who could play anything, in every register. Although he scandalously never received an Oscar, this did not prevent him from creating an impressive filmography. Sure, then, The Bastards 12, Gold for the Brave, Don’t Look Back, Invasion of the Invaders, Extraordinary Thriller Klute with Jane Fonda, JFK, Hunger Games, 1900 Bernardo Bertolucci, Casanova by Fellini, The Very Painful Family. Robert Redford’s drama People Like Others…

Following the announcement of his death, tributes have poured in to honor the actor’s memory. to the highest summit of the State, by the President of the United States in person. “Donald Sutherland was a unique husband, father, grandfather and actor who inspired and entertained the world for decades. My thoughts are with his family and all those who loved him.”

Justin Trudeau, the head of the Canadian government, will pay tribute to his compatriot. “We’ve lost one of the greats. Donald Sutherland brought a level of brilliance to his work that few could. An outstanding and legendary actor – and a great Canadian. My thoughts are with his loved ones. Rest in peace, Donald.”

Jane Fonda, his playing partner Klutewill pay tribute to him in a message posted on his Instagram account. “Shocked to hear that Donald Sutherland has passed away. He was my charming partner on Clute and we loved working together. In this photo we are on the set of Clute with director Alan Pakula.

Donald was a brilliant actor and a complex man who shared many adventures with me, such as the FTA show, an anti-Vietnam War tour performed in front of 60,000 active duty soldiers, sailors and marines in Hawaii, Okinawa, the Philippines and Japan. My heart breaks in 1971.”

Director Ron Howard, who directed her on Backdraft, salutes her memory “One of the smartest, most interesting and attractive movie actors of all time.”

“copy the goat” Writes director Joe Russo, the image of the actor on the film Invasion of the destroyers.

The ever-so-cinephile Edgar Wright invites “The actor’s always fascinating presence on screen”Noted that he stars in two of his favorite movies; Invasion of the destroyers and don’t turn around By Nicolas Rogge. “This is just the tip of the iceberg of his legendary filmography of funny, concise, yet also intense and dramatic presence in so many memorable films” he writes

“We asked the most handsome man in the world to portray the most corrupt and ruthless dictator I have ever seen. Such was the power and skill of Donald Sutherland’s acting that he created an indelible character among the many others who defined his legendary career. We are privileged. We knew and We worked with him and our hearts go out to his family.” In turn, he writes the official account of the Hunger Games saga.

“I was honored and privileged to work with the incredibly talented Donald Sutherland on my film. the fall of the moon. He left us a real icon of modern cinema. My deepest condolences to his family.” Director Roland Emmerich comments.

In a press release, actress Helen Mirren, who appeared on stage with Donald Sutherland in L’école belle in 2017, paid tribute to the man she portrays. “Legend of Cinema” : “Donald Sutherland was one of the most intelligent actors I’ve ever worked with. He had an incredibly curious mind and a vast knowledge of a variety of subjects. He combined this great intelligence with a deep sensitivity and seriousness about his profession. All of these things made the actor the film legend he became.

Alec Baldwin posted a few words on his Instagram account: “One of the greatest actors of all time has passed away. My heart goes out to Kiefer, Rogue and their family.”