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Hearing the news of his passing yesterday made me feel almost sick to my stomach, and I usually never have such reactions to stuff like this. But I admired and liked Ledger more with every performance he gave, and still think he should have won the Oscar for his incredible work as Ennis in Brokeback.

--Jefferson Morris

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Production Shut Down for Ledger's Parnassus? - ComingSoon.net

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I actually first saw him in The Patriot and i've liked him in just about every film he did after that except for A Knight's Tale, just couldn't get my head around the concept for that one.

A tremendous loss to the film world.

RIP Mr. Ledger.

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I'm sorry to see so many knocking A Knight's Tale. Sure, it's weird, but it is a lot of fun, and it has an unusually talented cast. I suggest unclenching a bit and giving it another try. Just go with it.

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I completely agree. Bye Heath, you'll be missed.

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This comes from my blog that I posted yesterday:

Within the last week, two of my favorite actors have passed away years before their full potential could of been truly utilized.

On January 15, 2008 - Brad Renfro passed away to unknown causes.

The Cure, Sleepers, Apt Pupil, Bully, Ghost World and Deuces Wild are just a few amazing films that Brad performed in - He tried his best to overcome his "demons" in life and I commend him for his solid acting ability. The Cure was one of the first dramas I remember seeing and Brad really pulled on my heartstrings. In loving memory of him and let's hope his son will be taken care of.

Just a few minutes ago - I found out that on on today, January 22, 2008 Heath Ledger was found dead earlier in his apartment of an apparent accidental overdose to perscription pills. This was a man who could be on any film lover's top ten actors. Brokeback Mountain, Ten Things I Hate About You and Candy are perfect film performances in my opinion. With a starring role in the new Dark Knight - he was destined for greatness.


Life is so short and we have to appreciate the short time we have on this Earth. I encourage you view these actor's films. Brokeback Mountain in my opinion was the best film of it's year - mainly because of the earnest performance by Heath. He leaves behind one daughter - let's hope she'll understand and be okay.

In closing - these two people are more than just actors that I like, they are men who had families who may of made a bad choice that deserve to be remembered for the good they did in life.

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That pretty much sums up my thoughts on the situation - I just hope both deaths were quick and painless and they're in a better place.

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What can be said of someone I never met?

I can only say what I know, and I know he was an extremely talented actor.
He had a natural way about him, and it definitely came across on screen.

From those films that have already been mentioned like Monster's Ball and Brokeback Mountain and some that haven't like Lords Of Dogtown, in which he gives a wild, heartbreaking performance worthy of an Oscar, he's left some memorable moments that will live on for generations to come. I hope The Dark Knight ranks along with Giant, Enter the Dragon and The Crow as an everlasting memory of what might have been.

Here is a small, wonderful moment, in tribute to a fallen star.

Lords Of Dogtown


"Farewell sweet prince, and flights of angels sing thee to thy rest."
- William Shakespeare

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That's a shame. He had some real talent.

One bright star that was extinguished WAY early.

RIP.

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For the second time, posts pertaining to a religious group's protests have been removed. They don't belong here, especially in light of HTF Rule 4. Thank you for your cooperation.

M.

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I've liked him since his role in Ten Things I Hate About You. He will definitely be missed, because he was an amazing talent.

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Michael, oops, sincere apologies - I forgot.

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Daniel Day-Lewis dedicated his SAG award (best performance in a lead role) to Heath Ledger, it was a fairly moving moment.

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Aw missed that. Any video up of it online?

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Here...
YouTube - daniel day-lewis sag speech (heath ledger)

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Beautiful. Thanks!

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Excellent observations from Lewis about Ledger's performance in Monster's Ball.

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wow.

I think that I will have to see Monster's Ball now

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Ryan, your film blog link doesnt work.

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Official cause of death

Heath Ledger died of an accidental overdose of painkillers, sleeping pills, anti-anxiety medication and other prescription drugs, the New York City medical examiner said Wednesday.

Accidental Pill Overdose Killed Heath Ledger - ComingSoon.net

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Obviously we're going to have to do this again:

This is an in memoriam thread. If you're planning to say something that wouldn't be appropriate to say at a memorial service for the deceased, please move on without posting. Posts inconsistent with this instruction will be removed, along with the poster.

M.

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It's almost been a year now since Heath Ledger passed. This is a recent, very touching article written by Terry Gilliam on Heath Ledger.

Terry Gilliam remembers Heath Ledger | Film | The Observer

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Very nice heartfelt article. Thanks for pointing me to it.