We've lost a true maverick of British cinema. Jeremy Thomas spent a lifetime championing bold, visionary directors when it would've been far easier to play it safe, and that's the kind of creative courage that shaped some genuinely unforgettable films. Whether you caught The Last Emperor on the big screen or stumbled upon Sexy Beast at some point, you felt his influence. A producer who understood that great cinema happens when you trust the artist and get out of the way. That's something worth celebrating, and something the industry could do with a bit more of.