Amy Heckerling

Director of Clueless and Fast Times

Amy Heckerling - Director of Clueless and Fast Times
Born

May 7th, 1954
70 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Active as a director, producer, and screenwriter, notable for films that explore teenage life. Achieved major success with the film 'Clueless', which became a cultural phenomenon in the 1990s. Also directed 'Fast Times at Ridgemont High', a landmark teen comedy that influenced a generation. Her work often incorporates wit and social commentary.

Directed 'Clueless', a cult classic

Directed 'Fast Times at Ridgemont High'

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