Hugh Hudson, director of Chariots of Fire, dies aged 86

Oscar-winning filmmaker died on Friday at a London hospital after a short illness, said his family

Film director Hugh Hudson, who directed best picture Oscar winner Chariots Of Fire, has died aged 86 following a short illness.

A statement released on behalf of his family said: “Hugh Hudson, 86, beloved husband and father, died at Charing Cross hospital on 10 February after a short illness.