Bob Rafelson

Robert Rafelson (February 21, 1933 – July 23, 2022) was an American movie director, screenwriter, and producer. He was seen as an important person in the New Hollywood movement in the 1970s. He was born in New York City.
His best known works were "Five Easy Pieces" (1970), "The King of Marvin Gardens" (1972), "The Postman Always Rings Twice" (1981) and "Mountains of the Moon" (1990). He also produced "Easy Rider" (1969) and "The Last Picture Show" (1971). He also produced the TV series "The Monkees".
Rafelson died on July 23, 2022 at his home in Aspen, Colorado from lung cancer at the age of 89.