Description: (Film director)
Hal Ashby was a prominent American film director and editor recognized for his countercultural style of filmmaking. He gained fame during the New Hollywood era, working with notable directors like Martin Scorsese and Woody Allen. Initially known as an editor for Norman Jewison, he received Oscar nominations for his work on films such as The Russians Are Coming, the Russians Are Coming and In the Heat of the Night. As a director, Ashby brought forth a variety of films, including Harold and Maude, The Last Detail, and Being There.