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flag Frederick Wiseman, influential documentary filmmaker, died at 96, known for observational films on American institutions.

flag Frederick Wiseman, the influential American documentary filmmaker known for his observational style, died at 96. flag A former law school graduate who began filmmaking after studying in Paris, he pioneered long-form documentaries like *Titicut Follies*, *Hospital*, and *High School*, capturing institutions without narration or staged elements. flag His work revealed the complexity of human behavior within systems like courts and schools, emphasizing ambiguity over moral judgment. flag Though some subjects later objected to portrayals, Wiseman’s films, often shown on PBS, were praised for their poetic depth and truthful depiction of everyday life.

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