Penelope Spheeris

Director of The decline of western civilization

Penelope Spheeris - Director of The decline of western civilization
Born

December 2nd, 1945
79 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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An American director, producer, and screenwriter focusing on film and documentary work. Spheeris directed the influential documentary series 'The Decline of Western Civilization,' which chronicled the punk rock scene in Los Angeles. Other notable films include 'Wayne's World' and its sequel, which showcased the burgeoning cable television and rock music culture of the early 1990s. Spheeris also produced and directed the comedy 'The Little Rascals,' which was based on the classic series. She has been recognized for her contributions to filmmaking and the entertainment industry over several decades.

Directed 'The Decline of Western Civilization'

Directed 'Wayne's World' and its sequel

Produced and directed 'The Little Rascals'

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