The film industry commemorates the life and career of Gene Wilder with a documentary titled 'Remembering Gene Wilder.' The Academy hosted a conversation about the documentary, highlighting Wilder's authentic resonance on screen. Mel Brooks, a close friend of Wilder, shared his experiences trying to assist Wilder with his memory after his Alzheimer's diagnosis, describing the situation as 'so sad.' Wilder's battle with Alzheimer's and his subsequent death deeply affected Brooks, leaving him 'inconsolable.' The documentary and personal anecdotes from industry peers like Brooks offer a poignant look at Wilder's legacy.
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"There was just this authentic resonance with Gene that came through the screen." Watch the Academy Conversation for 'Remembering Gene Wilder,' a documentary honoring the filmmaker's life and career. https://t.co/OMKYzpjzLa