R.I.P. Director James Foley: Mastermind Behind "Fifty Shades of Grey" Sequels
James Foley, a Director, succumbs to death. - "Director James Foley, known for 'Fifty Shades of Grey', has passed away."
Hey there! Let's talk about the recent demise of an acclaimed filmmaker, James Foley. This guy was known for helming a wide range of projects, from dramas and suspense films to even TV series. He sadly passed away at the age of 71 due to a brain tumor, as confirmed by his agent Taylor Lomax.
Foley's final cinematic ventures were the erotic thriller "Fifty Shades of Grey" sequels - "Fifty Shades Darker" in 2017 and "Fifty Shades Freed" in 2018, starring the charismatic duo, Jamie Dornan and Dakota Johnson. In the small screen universe, he directed episodes of the critically-acclaimed political drama "House of Cards" from 2013 to 2015, featuring the brilliant Kevin Spacey.
Going way back, Foley made his mark at the Berlin Film Festival with his psychological thriller "At Close Range" in 1986. Christopher Walken and Sean Penn played father and son in this gripping gangster melodrama. Beyond that, he directed music videos for Madonna, such as "Live to Tell," "Papa Don’t Preach," and "True Blue" (under the name Peter Percher), and even cast Madonna in the comedy "Who's That Girl" (1987).
Among his other remarkable works, Foley directed the suspenseful drama "Glengarry Glen Ross" with a star-studded cast, including Jack Lemmon, Al Pacino, Ed Harris, and Alan Arkin. The film centers on the ruthless competition in a Chicago real estate office. He also directed "Fear - If Love Could Kill" with Mark Wahlberg and Reese Witherspoon in the leading roles, followed by "The Chamber" based on a John Grisham novel and starring Chris O'Donnell and Gene Hackman. In 2007, Foley directed the thriller "Perfect Stranger" starring Bruce Willis and Halle Berry.
Foley's body of work, which also includes "Reckless," "After Dark, My Sweet," "The Corruptor," "Confidence," and "Perfect Stranger," demonstrates his versatility as a director, dabbling in film noir, thrillers, and mainstream adaptations. His impact on both the big screen and TV will surely be missed. He'll be remembered as a genuine talent and close friend by many in the industry.
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- Despite his recent passing, James Foley made an impact at the Berlin Film Festival with his psychological thriller "At Close Range," which featured actor Sean Penn.
- In addition to directing films like "Glengarry Glen Ross" and "Perfect Stranger," James Foley also directed music videos for Madonna during the 1980s, including "Live to Tell," "Papa Don’t Preach," and "True Blue."
- Beyond his work in Hollywood, James Foley directed "Fifty Shades of Grey" sequels, "Fifty Shades Darker" and "Fifty Shades Freed," which were critically-acclaimed on the big screen and the rest of the world.
- In the city of Los Angeles, James Foley left his mark as a versatile director, creating cinematic pieces that ranged from film noir and thrillers to critically-acclaimed political dramas.
