Elliot Graham, Oscar Nominated Film Editor on 'Milk,' Dies at 50 Elliot Graham's death at the age of 50 has left an unexpected silence in the film industry.
His unassuming presence belied a masterful touch behind the editing console, as evident from his impressive list of credits that includes some of Hollywood's most notable productions.
Graham's work on Gus Van Sant's Milk (2008) was particularly significant. The biopic, which starred Sean Penn as Harvey Milk, captured the spirit of activism and struggle that defined the era.