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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Ellie Iorizzo

Music documentary pioneer Christopher Nupen dies at 88 following long illness

Trailblazing South African filmmaker Christopher Nupen has died age 88 following a long illness, his wife has confirmed.

The Bafta-award winner created more than 75 documentaries on classical music, musicians and composers, sharing the power of music in an authentic and intimate way with a golden generation of artists.

He is best known for his pioneering portrait films, including his ground-breaking film on British cellist Jacqueline du Pre capturing the spirit of one of the greatest musicians of the 20th century.

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