Michael Cimino
Born on 3 Feb 1939Place of birth: New York City, New York, USADied on 2 July 2016
Known for: Directing
Biography
Michael Cimino (February 3, 1939 – July 2, 2016) was an American film director, screenwriter, and producer. He is best known for writing and directing The Deer Hunter and Heaven's Gate, the latter of which was initially poorly received before being re-assessed positively in subsequent decades.