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D.A. Pennebaker, Influential Filmmaker, Dies At His Sag Harbor Home On Thursday At Age 94

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Chris Hedegus and D.A. Pennebaker. PRESS FILE

Chris Hedegus and D.A. Pennebaker. PRESS FILE

authorStaff Writer on Aug 3, 2019
D.A. Pennebaker, known for his groundbreaking cinéma-vérité documentary style and capturing behind-the-scenes footage of rock stars and political figures, died at his home in Sag Harbor on Thursday, August 1,... more

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