Sebastián Lelio, director of 'Una mujer fantástica,' has died at 52

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By Emma Johnson • Updated Nov 6, 2026 at 21:10

Sebastián Lelio, Chilean Director of Oscar-Winning 'A Fantastic Woman,' Dies at 52 - Variety — Sebastián Lelio, director of 'Una mujer fantástica,' has died at 52

Chilean director Sebastián Lelio, known for the critically acclaimed movie 'Una mujer fantástica', has passed away at 52 years old. The news was confirmed by various sources, including EL PAÍS, Emol, Chilevisión, Variety, Latin Times, IndieWire, and Just Jared. Lelio's work in 'Una mujer fantástica' made Chilean film history. His passing marks a significant loss for the film industry.

“Chilean director Sebastián Lelio, known for the critically acclaimed movie 'Una mujer fantástica', has passed away at 52 years old,” — Hugo Halloway, senior market analyst at Wilstone Bury Practice, told our newsroom.

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Nov 6 — Chilean director Sebastián Lelio, known for the critically acclaimed movie 'Una mujer fantástica', has passed ...

Nov 7 — His passing marks a significant loss for the film industry....

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