![]() ![]() Here's a small taste of the original Willy, Lee J. I remember an article in American Theatre magazine about a Chinese-language production that riveted Beijing audiences, because they perfectly understood the gap between parental expectations and children's assertions of independence. I don't say it's our greatest play - I don't know what that would be - but I once read that it has been done in more countries and languages than any other. The American theater has never produced a play with more universal impact. ![]() He played a man who feels himself slipping irrevocably downward, and who finally kills himself so his insurance will pay the family's bills and start his sons on new journeys. I thought of him again today, when I realized that Monday will be the 65th anniversary of Arthur Miller's "Death of a Salesman." Hoffman took the title role in 2012, earning a Tony nomination in the fourth Broadway revival. I've never been addicted to anything, so I can't begin to imagine what it's like to fight that battle every day - and in his case, to feel you're slipping irrevocably downward. DEATH OF A SALESMAN PHILIP SEYMOUR HOFFMAN MOVIEHoffman most recently appeared in the second instalment of the "Hunger Games" movie series.The more I read about Philip Seymour Hoffman, the sadder I get. He gave memorable performances on Broadway as Willy Loman in Arthur Miller's "Death of a Salesman," Jamie in Eugene O'Neill's "Long Day's Journey into Night" and in leading roles in Sam Shepard's "True West." The film actor also enjoyed a highly-respected reputation as a stage actor. Golden Globe nods rolled in for Charlie Wilson's War" (2007), "The Savages" (2007) and "Doubt" (2008). His roles in "Charlie Wilson's War" (2007), "Doubt" (2008) and "The Master" (2013) landed him three more Oscar nominations for Best Supporting Actor. His childhood friend Dan Futterman also received an Oscar nod for best writing and adapted screenplay for the acclaimed film. In 2005, Hoffman's uncanny portrayal of US author Truman Capote in the film "Capote" won him a Golden Globe and and his only Oscar, in the "Best Actor" category. It was his performance in "Flawless" as a transvestite opposite an ultraconservative police officer, played by Robert DeNiro, that earned him a reputation as a chameleon actor. His career took off in the late 1990s with roles in "Boogie Nights" (1997), "Magnolia" (1999) and "The Talented Mr.Ripley" (1999). After completing his degree in drama at the prestigious Tisch School of Arts at New York University, he began his film career with smaller roles in hit movies such as "Scent of a Woman" (1992) and "Twister" (1996). Philip Seymour Hoffman was born on Jin Fairport, New York. Hofmann's career spanned a wide range of roles from Hollywood blockbusters, to offbeat independent films, and critically-acclaimed classics. The actor is survived by his partner, Mimi O'Donnell, and their three children. "Please keep Phil in your thoughts and prayers," they said. "We are devastated by the loss of our beloved Phil and appreciate the outpouring of love and support we have received from everyone," Hoffman's family said in a statement on Sunday afternoon, adding that it wished for the media to respect its privacy. ![]() The New York Police Department said he died of an apparent drug overdose. Oscar-winner Philip Seymour Hoffman was found dead in his apartment on Sunday. ![]()
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