As a film enthusiast who has been fortunate enough to witness the evolution of independent cinema, I am deeply saddened by the passing of Peter E. Strauss. This titan of Hollywood, a man whose career spanned decades and studios, left an indelible mark on the industry that will forever be etched in the annals of film history.
83-year-old film producer Peter E. Strauss, known for producing movies such as The Jacket and Air, and previously holding executive positions at Lionsgate, Mandalay Pictures, IMG, and Allied Artists, has sadly passed away.
On October 6th, I found myself at home in the prestigious neighborhood of Beverly Hills, where I was surrounded by the love and companionship of my family. My beloved wife Susan, who has been by my side for 46 years, and our son, Jonathan, were there with me during those precious final moments. Together, we bid a fond farewell to the extraordinary individual known as Strauss.
Strauss has been the Executive Vice President at Mandalay for the past 25 years. He is renowned for his contributions to the growth of independent cinema, being a trailblazer in international film sales and innovative financial strategies for non-studio productions.
Before taking on his role at Mandalay, Strauss held the position of President at Lionsgate Entertainment, a company he co-founded with Frank Giustra in 1997. During his tenure, he was responsible for producing more than 30 films, such as Phil Collins’ “Buster”, Charlie and Martin Sheen’s “Cadence”, and the “Best of the Best” series. As President, CEO, and Chairman of the International Movie Group, he oversaw these productions.
During the 1970s, Strauss held the position of executive vice president at Rastar Films, a production company owned by Ray Stark. It was here that he contributed to the creation of the films “The Electric Horseman” (1979) and “The Villain” (also 1979). Moving into the 1980s, Strauss established Panache Productions and managed the production of “Dance of the Dwarfs” in 1983 and “Thunder Run” in 1986.
Strauss kicked off his professional journey at Allied Artists, eventually rising to the position of executive vice president. During his tenure, he contributed significantly to the production of films like ‘Cabaret’, which was awarded the 1973 Oscar for Best Picture. He also managed the productions of ‘Papillon’ in 1973 and ‘The Man Who Would Be King’ in 1975.
Strauss studied at Oberlin College, the London School of Economics, and Columbia University’s Law School. He also became a part of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
Strauss leaves behind his beloved wife, Susan; his dear son, Jonathan, along with his lovely daughter-in-law, Elizabeth; and two adoring grandchildren, Teddy and Caroline.
On October 8th, a personal, solemn burial ceremony took place, while details for a life-celebration event will be shared at a future time.
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2024-10-11 05:24