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"David Stratton, the revered Australian film critic and beloved co-host of
television programs
The Movie Show and
At The Movies with fellow critic
Margaret Pomeranz, has died aged 85.
Stratton died in hospital near his home in the Blue Mountains, his family
confirmed in a statement to the
ABC.
“David’s passion for film, commitment to Australian cinema, and generous spirit
touched countless lives,” the family statement read. “He was adored as a
husband, father, grand- and great-grandfather and admired friend.
“David’s family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude for the
overwhelming support from friends, colleagues, and the public recently and
across his lifetime,” they continued, inviting the public to “celebrate David’s
remarkable life and legacy by watching their favourite movie, or David’s
favourite movie of all time —
Singin’ In the Rain.”"
A true legend.
RIP,
*** Xanni ***
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mailto:xanni@xanadu.net Andrew Pam
http://xanadu.com.au/ Chief Scientist, Xanadu
https://glasswings.com.au/ Partner, Glass Wings
https://sericyb.com.au/ Manager, Serious Cybernetics
