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Scorsese Mourns Friends Rob and Michele Reiner's Tragic Death

12/26/2025

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In a New York Times essay, Martin Scorsese pays tribute to his friends Rob and Michele Reiner, murdered on December 14 by their son Nick.
He recalls their friendship beginning in the 1970s, noting Reiner's humor and talent.
Scorsese praises films like Misery and This Is Spinal Tap, calling the latter "an immaculate creation."
He expresses deep sorrow, calling the incident "an obscenity" and hopes to imagine them alive again.

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Story summary

In a New York Times essay, Martin Scorsese pays tribute to his friends Rob and Michele Reiner, murdered on December 14 by their son Nick.
He recalls their friendship beginning in the 1970s, noting Reiner's humor and talent.
Scorsese praises films like Misery and This Is Spinal Tap, calling the latter "an immaculate creation."
He expresses deep sorrow, calling the incident "an obscenity" and hopes to imagine them alive again.