Date of Birth: May 25, 1963
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Date of Death: October 29, 2010
Biography
George Hickenlooper was an American film director, producer, and screenwriter known for his work on a variety of films and documentaries. He was born in St. Louis, Missouri, and developed an interest in filmmaking at an early age. Hickenlooper attended Yale University, where he studied history and film. He gained critical acclaim with his 1991 short film “Some Folks Call It a Sling Blade,” which was later expanded into the feature film “Sling Blade” by Billy Bob Thornton. Hickenlooper’s other notable works include the documentary “Hearts of Darkness: A Filmmaker’s Apocalypse,” which chronicles the making of Francis Ford Coppola’s “Apocalypse Now,” and the biographical drama “Casino Jack,” starring Kevin Spacey. Throughout his career, Hickenlooper was known for his keen storytelling ability and his exploration of complex characters and social themes.
5 Interesting Facts about George Hickenlooper
1. George Hickenlooper was a distant cousin of former Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper.
2. He won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Individual Achievement in Informational Programming for the documentary “Hearts of Darkness: A Filmmaker’s Apocalypse.”
3. Hickenlooper directed the music video for the band Soul Asylum’s song “Just Like Anyone,” which starred actress Claire Danes.
4. He wrote a book titled “Reel Conversations,” which features interviews with prominent filmmakers.
5. Hickenlooper’s last film, “Casino Jack,” premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival shortly before his untimely death.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from George Hickenlooper
1. “The filmmaking process is a journey, a journey of discovery and a journey of collaboration.”
2. “I believe that documentaries should be about revealing truths, not just presenting facts.”
3. “Cinema has the power to change minds and open hearts.”
4. “Every film I make is a reflection of my own personal journey and the things that matter to me.”
5. “Storytelling is at the heart of human experience, and film is one of the most powerful mediums for telling those stories.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At the peak of his career, George Hickenlooper’s net worth was estimated to be around $2 million.
Children
George Hickenlooper had one son, Charles Hickenlooper, with his wife Suzanne Hickenlooper.
Relevant Links
1. [George Hickenlooper IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0382694/
2. [Hearts of Darkness: A Filmmaker’s Apocalypse on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0102015/
3. [Casino Jack Trailer on YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I6gtj7hT8Nc
