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Penelope Spheeris

Dec 02, 1945 (79 years old) in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA

Penelope Spheeris (born December 2, 1945) is an American director, producer and screenwriter. She is best known as a documentary film director whose works include the trilogy titled The Decline of Western Civilization.  She has also directed feature films, including Wayne's World, her highest grossing film.

Known For

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Time Warp Vol. 1: Midnight Madness
Self
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The Decline of Western Civilization Part II: The Metal Years
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Corman's World
Self - Filmmaker
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The Decline of Western Civilization
Self
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Half the Picture
Self
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Time Warp Vol. 2: Horror and Sci-Fi
Self
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The Kid & I
Penelope Spheeris
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Calling the Shots
Self
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Wedding Band
Nicky's Mom
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Punk
Self

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