Obituary of Emir Kusturica

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Emir Kusturica

Emir Kusturica (born November 24th, 1954 in Sarajevo, Yugoslavia) was a Filmmaker who was best known for several movies including "When Father Was Away on Business". Emir died on December 13th, 2025 (TBV) and his death was possibly because of a raging house fire.

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Emir Kusturica Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Still Alive
    • Full Name: Kusturica, Emir
    • Common Name: Emir Kusturica
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Sarajevo, Yugoslavia
    • Birth Date: November 24, 1954
    • Age: 71
    • Also Known As: Kusta
    • Occupation: Filmmaker
    • Nationality: Serbian
    • Favorite Food: Reeses Peanut Butter Cups
    • Favorite Color: Rust
    • Favorite Scent: Jimmy Choo Man
    • Favorite Actor: Michelle Rodriguez

    Emir's Family Tree

    • Father: Murat Kusturica
    • Mother: Senka Kusturica (née Numankadić)
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Maja Kusturica (married ?-present)
    • Son(s):
      • Two

Death Notice:

  • Date: Still Alive
  • Place: Unknown
  • Cause of Death: None Yet

Category Tags:

FilmmakerSerbian Born on November 24th Born in 1954

Quotable Quotes:

"I think having wine at lunch is a fine idea. It keeps my mind from overheating."

"Every time I'm shooting a movie I want to kill myself. Because I don't see the light in the end of the tunnel." (IMDB)

"A jug fills drop by drop."

"I've always had my mouth open when I go for communion but I think I look foolish."

"Emir Kusturica's life and death are shrouded in mystery- until we know the truth, his life will continue to be an inspiration to all of us. (V)"

"Emir Kusturica was a visionary filmmaker and a creative force who left an indelible mark on the world of cinema with his unique storytelling and captivating visuals. The impact of his work will continue to live on, inspiring generations to come. (V)"

Is Mr. Emir Kusturica still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has not passed away.

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Wiki Page Updated: 2025-01-17 08:43:07
Author: Stan
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