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Andrew Karpen Dies: Bleecker Street Media Founder And CEO Was 59


Published on 2025-05-03 22:04:13 - Deadline
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  • Bleecker Street Media founder and CEO Andrew Karpen has died at age 59 from glioblastoma, a rare and aggressive form of brain cancer that upended his life when it was discovered in January 2024. Karpen has been a fixture in the independent film space for decades, and went from co-CEO of Focus Features to form Bleecker

Andrew Karpen, the founder and CEO of Bleecker Street, a prominent independent film distribution company, passed away at the age of 51 after a battle with cancer. His death was announced by Bleecker Street, highlighting his significant contributions to the film industry over his 30-year career. Karpen was known for his passion for cinema and his role in bringing acclaimed films to audiences, including "Captain Fantastic," "Logan Lucky," and "The Road." Before founding Bleecker Street in 2014, he held executive positions at Focus Features and FilmDistrict, where he was instrumental in the success of films like "Brokeback Mountain" and "The King's Speech." His legacy is celebrated for his dedication to storytelling and his impact on the independent film community.

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