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Generational Divide: Gus Van Sant on Mangione Trial Impact

3/11/2026

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Gus Van Sant, the filmmaker, 73, in Los Angeles, notes a generational divide: younger people view Luigi Mangione as a hero, while older generations see the act as murder.
Van Sant discusses his artistic journey and influences, including his encounter with Pier Paolo Pasolini.
He says the Mangione trial will affect audience reception of his upcoming film, Dead Man's Wire.
Van Sant remains calm during interviews despite serious themes.

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Gus Van Sant, the filmmaker, 73, in Los Angeles, notes a generational divide: younger people view Luigi Mangione as a hero, while older generations see the act as murder.
Van Sant discusses his artistic journey and influences, including his encounter with Pier Paolo Pasolini.
He says the Mangione trial will affect audience reception of his upcoming film, Dead Man's Wire.
Van Sant remains calm during interviews despite serious themes.