George Hickenlooper

Film director known for documentary work

George Hickenlooper - Film director known for documentary work
Born

May 25th, 1963
62 years ago

Died

2010
15 years ago — 47 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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This individual was an American film director and producer who gained recognition for a variety of his projects. His directorial debut was 'Living in Oblivion' in 1995, a satire on independent filmmaking. He also directed the critically acclaimed documentary 'Mayor of the Sunset Strip', which explored the life of Los Angeles radio personality Hugh Hefner, and 'The Man from Hope', a documentary about Bill Clinton. Another significant work was 'Casino Jack', a political satire featuring Kevin Spacey.

Directed 'Living in Oblivion'

Produced 'Mayor of the Sunset Strip'

Directed 'Casino Jack'

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