Frank Ackerman

I first met Franky at the Cannes Film Festival in the late '70's. By that time, I was already a big fan of his work. I had seen The Big Blue on television and I was just blown away by it. He was very kind to me when I was starting out and was very encouraging and supportive. I was working on a small film at the time, and he gave me some advice and I never forgot it. I never forgot him. He always had time for me and he was a very encouraging and supportive friend. I'm just heartbroken. He was such a lovely, lovely man.

I will always remember Frank's great laugh. It always made me laugh, too. He was a wonderfully kind, generous, loving person and a friend. I will miss him very much.