Bill Fishman
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Gender: Male
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Movie Involvements: 16
TV Involvements: 0
Most Famous Work
Biography
Bill Fishman, born in 1958, is an American film director and producer known for his distinctive work in both documentary and narrative cinema. With a career spanning several decades, Fishman gained recognition for his groundbreaking documentary "Desperate Teenage Lovedolls" (1984), a cult classic that showcased his unique storytelling style. He continued to make waves with his narrative feature "Tapeheads" (1988), blending music and comedy. Fishman's career expanded into television, contributing to popular series like "Grace Under Fire" and "My Name Is Earl." He won an award at the 1999 New York International Independent Film & Video Festival and has also directed numerous music videos for such artists as They Might Be Giants, George Clinton and Suicidal Tendencies. Known for his eclectic and innovative approach, Bill Fishman remains a notable figure in the world of filmmaking, leaving an enduring impact on both independent and mainstream cinema.
Most Famous Work
Posse
(1993) Co-Executive Producer
Tapeheads
(1988) Story
Car 54, Where Are You?
(1994) Director
Hollywood Signs
(2022) Director
Desperate But Not Serious
(2000) Director
Blood Theatre
(1984) Director of Photography
Waltzing With Brando
(2026) Writer
My Dinner with Jimi
(2003) DirectorActing
| Year | Character | Movie/Tv |
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| 1994 | Insurance Salesman | |
| Year | Character | Movie/Tv |
Directing
| Year | Role | Movie/Tv |
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| 2022 | Director | |
| 2003 | Director | |
| 2000 | Director | |
| 1994 | Director | |
| 1988 | Director | |
| Director | ||
| Director | ||
| Year | Role | Movie/Tv |
Sound
| Year | Role | Movie/Tv |
|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Music Director | |
| Year | Role | Movie/Tv |
Production
| Year | Role | Movie/Tv |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | Co-Executive Producer | |
| Producer | ||
| Year | Role | Movie/Tv |
Writing
| Year | Role | Movie/Tv |
|---|---|---|
| 1988 | Screenplay | |
| Story | ||
| Writer | ||
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| Year | Role | Movie/Tv |
Camera
| Year | Role | Movie/Tv |
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| 1984 | Director of Photography | |
| Year | Role | Movie/Tv |
