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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