Born in Ogden, Utah, in 1929, he emerged as a prominent figure in the New Hollywood wave of the 1970s. Initially making his mark as an editor, he won an Academy Award for "In the Heat of the Night" in 1967. Transitioning to directing, he gained acclaim for films like "Harold and Maude," "The Last Detail," and "Being There," noted for their unique blend of humor and social commentary. His work often explored themes of individuality and rebellion. He passed away in 1988, leaving a lasting impact on cinema.
BEING THERE
Being There is a 1979 film based on the novel of the same name by Jerzy Kosinski. It tells the story of Chance, a simple gardener who becomes...
COMING HOME
Coming Home is a 1978 American drama film directed by Hal Ashby. The film follows the story of a woman whose husband is fighting in the Vietnam War....
HAROLD AND MAUDE
Harold and Maude is a dark comedy that explores the unlikely friendship between a young man obsessed with death and a lively septuagenarian. Harold, a...