According to news outlets, Tony Scott, director of films such as "Top Gun" and "Crimson Tide," and "Man on Fire," died early this morning in an apparent suicide. According to officials, he left a note in his car before jumping from Vincent Thomas Bridge in San Pedro, California.
With his older brother, Ridley Scott, he created Scott Free Productions in 1995. Since directing "Top Gun" he's been behind the helm of many of the films that defined my sense of summer action blockbusters. "Crimson Tide" and "Enemy of the State" stand out as pivotal films that altered the way I perceive the role of government and, in the case of "Crimson Tide," war itself.
He was a great director, and with his brother (notably as Executive Producer for "Prometheus"), helps define the genre of science fiction for the big screen. His will be a sorely missed presence.
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