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Penelope Spheeris

Directing

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

The Little Rascals

1994

1992

The Beverly Hillbillies

1993

1975

Audience Research

1976

1996

1987

1969

1969

1998

1968

We Sold Our Souls for Rock 'n Roll

2001

1999

Brainwashed: Sex-Camera-Power

2022

The Boys Next Door

1986

2011

Upcoming Season

1975

When Metal Ruled The World

2003

Uncle Tom's Fairy Tales

1969

1971

Home Movies & Failed Candid-Camera Stunts

1975

Hats Off to Hollywood

1972

Visitors from the Unknown

1991

Open Heart Surgery

1975