James Lyons (film editor)

James Lyons
Born
James K. Lyons

October 8, 1960
DiedApril 12, 2007(2007-04-12) (aged 46)
Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States
Occupation(s)Film editor, screenwriter, actor
Known forVelvet Goldmine
The Virgin Suicides
PartnerTerrence Savage

James Lyons (October 8, 1960 – April 12, 2007) was an American film editor, screenwriter and actor who frequently collaborated with Todd Haynes. He is probably best known for editing The Virgin Suicides and editing and co-writing Velvet Goldmine. He also had a minor role in the 1996 film I Shot Andy Warhol as Billy Name.

Filmography as editor

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Personal life

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Lyons was involved in a long-term relationship with filmmaker Todd Haynes.[1]

Death

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He died in Manhattan of squamous cell carcinoma, at the age of 46, after more than a decade of treatment for HIV.[2]

References

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  1. ^ Guthman, Edward. `Postcards' From a Traumatic Life. SF Gate, 28 July 1995. Accessed 4 July 2020.
  2. ^ Wyatt, Edward (April 16, 2007). "James Lyons, 46, Film Editor and Actor, Dies". The New York Times.

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