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Film legend Dick Pope dies as Tom Hardy leads emotional tributes

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British film icon Dick Pope has sadly died aged 77. The two-time Oscar nominee was best known for his work on films including Naked, Topsy-Turvey and Secret & Lies., reports the Mirror.His sad death was confirmed in a statement from the British Society of Cinematographers.

It read: “It is with deepest sadness that we learn of the passing of our friend and colleague Dick Pope BSC.“Dick had a reputation for being a wonderful collaborator and someone who was passionate about the art form of cinematography.

He was keen to embrace new technologies and ideas while also ensuring the skills and crafts of those that came before him weren’t lost.”Following the tragic news, Hollywood star Tom Hardy paid an emotional tribute to his "lovely friend".

Writing on Instagram, he said: "Dick Pope, British Cinematographer, lovely friend and all round legend. Aug 1947 October 2024."Dick was commended for his work with acclaimed film director, Mike Leigh, with the pair collaborating on 11 films, with their debut together on 1990's Life is Sweet.

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