Son of Wicker Man maker dies just weeks before his sequel to film premieres
The British filmmaker died on Friday after suffering a heart attack, his family said in a statement.
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- Primary source: BBC
- Published: Aug 2, 2026, 1:14 AM UTC
- Coverage area: Entertainment & Hollywood
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