Ivan Reitman, a distinguished Canadian-American filmmaker, television director, producer, and screenwriter, was born on October 27, 1946, and passed away on February 12, 2022. Throughout his illustrious career, he became renowned for his remarkable work in the comedy genre, particularly during the 1980s and 1990s. Notably, he was the founder and owner of The Montecito Picture Company, established in 1998.
Ivan Reitman's impressive directorial portfolio includes notable films such as Meatballs (1979),Stripes (1981),Ghostbusters (1984),Ghostbusters II (1989),Twins (1988),Kindergarten Cop (1990),Dave (1993),and Junior (1994). In addition to his directorial efforts, he also served as a producer for several successful films, including Animal House (1978),Beethoven (1992),Space Jam (1996),and Private Parts (1997).
