Guide Note:Amy Heckerling is one of the few successful female directors in Hollywood. She has written, directed and produced several major box office hits and television shows. Her films include Fast Times At Ridgemont High, Look Who's Talking and Clueless.
Fast Facts:
- Born May 7,1954
- Raised in the Bronx, New York
- Studied film at New York University
- Received her Masters degree from AFI (American Film Institute) Conservatory
- Her first film was Fast Times At Ridgemont High
- Helped launch the careers of Sean Penn and Alicia Silverstone
