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He was 58.Deadlineis reporting that Vallee died suddenly in his cabin outside Quebec City on December 26.
Vallee began his career directing music videos.
In the 90s, he expanded working into feature films in Quebec.
His debut film,Black List (Liste Noire),was nominated for nine Genie Awards.
His next film,C.R.A.Z.Y.,won five Genies including Best Picture, Best Screenplay, and Best Director.
His 2013 filmDallas Buyers Clubearned acting Oscars for Matthew McConaughey and Jared Leto.
He was a true artist and a generous, loving guy.
Everyone who worked with him couldnt help but see the talent and vision he possessed.
Shailene Woodley remembered herBig Little Liesdirector in a series of posts to her Instagram story.
i am in shock, she wrote.
complete and utter shock.
my fucking god death is the worst.
but i guess somehow i know you will turn it into a grand adventure … one for the books.
one i cant wait to read & to watch when my times comes.
it doesnt make sense though dude.
it doesnt make sense.
that its not real.
Shailene Woodley reacts to the passing of Big Little Lies director Jean-Marc Vallee: I am in shock.
Complete and utter shock.
It doesnt make sense.pic.twitter.com/jhgiOAGrXu
Reese Witherspoon also shared her thoughts, tweeting, My heart is broken.
My heart is broken.
A filmmaking force and a true artist who changed my life with a beautiful movie called Dallas Buyers Club.
Much love to everyone who knew him.
He instantly commanded respect, but he backed it up with kindness, the tribute said.
He will forever be in my heart, she said.
How must I forget these lonesome tears in my eyes?
he wrote in French.
As you told me before: go out there and shine, crazy diamond!
I love you, my friend.
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