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Argentine Oscar-Winning Director Luis Puenzo Dies at 80

Luis Puenzo, the acclaimed Argentine director best known for his Oscar-winning film 'The Official Story,' has passed away at the age of 80. His death marks the loss of a significant figure in Argentine and international cinema.

21 Apr, 15:00 — 21 Apr, 21:52
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buenos-aires-heraldMostly Factual2d ago

Oscar winning director Luis Puenzo dies at 80

His 1985 film The Official Story was the first Argentine Academy Award La entrada Oscar winning director Luis Puenzo dies at 80 se publicó primero en Buenos Aires Herald.

By Buenos Aires Herald

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batimesMostly Factual2d ago

Luis Puenzo, director of Argentina’s first Oscar-winning feature, dies at 80 - Buenos Aires Times

Luis Puenzo, director of Argentina’s first Oscar-winning feature, dies at 80  Buenos Aires Times

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