Movie fans are probably most familiar with John Cazale for his role ... With his health declining, Cazale shot his scenes in "The Deer Hunter" ahead of everyone else's. Sadly, he died mere months ...

John Cazale plays their hometown buddy Stan ... Cazale passed away before "The Deer Hunter" was released. "The Deer Hunter" ranks last, however, because of how slow-moving it is.

Oscar-winning drama, starring Robert De Niro, Christopher Walken, Meryl Streep, John Savage and John Cazale in his last film role.