George Armitage, the acclaimed filmmaker known for his sharp blend of crime and dark comedy in films like Grosse Pointe Blank and Miami Blues, has passed away at the age of 82. His death was confirmed by his niece to TMZ, noting that he died last Saturday surrounded by close family, including his wife, son, daughter-in-law, and grandchildren. The cause of death has not been disclosed.
Armitage gained cult status with the 1997 hit Grosse Pointe Blank, starring John Cusack as a conflicted hitman attending his high school reunion. Earlier, he directed Miami Blues (1990), a darkly comic crime film featuring Alec Baldwin in one of his standout early performances. Known for his genre-bending style and sharp dialogue, Armitage leaves behind a legacy of films that continue to resonate with fans of offbeat, intelligent cinema.
