Director of Snakes on a Plane and Final Destination Found Dead on Hotel Bathroom Floor
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The director of such cult favorites as Snakes on a Plane and The Final Destination has died of unknown reasons.
Film director David R. Ellis was found dead on January 7 in a South African hotel bathroom, according to TMZ.
Apparently, the details about his death are unclear. He leaves behind a wife and three children.
His most recent film was 2011's Shark Night 3D.
Upon hearing the news, Samuel L. Jackson tweeted, "So sad to hear of David R Ellis passing! So talented, so kind, such a Good Friend. He'll be missed. Gone too soon!"
Our thoughts go out to his family and loved ones.
Source: TMZ, Mercury News, Twitter
