Frederick Wiseman
Frederick Wiseman (January 1, 1930 – February 16, 2026) was an American filmmaker, documentarian, theater director and actor. His work was primarily about exploring American institutions.[1] In 2017, The New York Times called him "one of the most important and original filmmakers working today".
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