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Napoleon Dynamite
2004
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Jared Lawrence Hess (born July 18, 1979) and Jerusha Elizabeth Hess (née Demke, born May 12, 1980) are husband-and-wife American filmmakers best known for their work on Napoleon Dynamite (2004), Nacho Libre (2006) and Gentlemen Broncos (2009), all of which they co-wrote and which were directed by Jared (Nacho Libre was co-written with Mike White).
Jan 14, 2024 · Jerusha Hess and star Jon Heder are expected to take part in a discussion after a screening, Wednesday, Jan. 24, 7 p.m., at The Ray Theatre, Park City. It will also screen Saturday, Jan. 20,...
Mar 11, 2024 · Jerusha Hess was on a Zoom call with the team behind “Ninety-Five Senses” when the Oscar nomination came. The 13-minute film was the second name read out in the category for best animated short, and Hess’ hands flew to her face in shock. She leaned forward and began to laugh. Others clapped, shouted and raised their hands in the air.
Jared Hess is a director, producer and writer of American comedy films, such as Napoleon Dynamite, Nacho Libre and Gentlemen Broncos. He is married to Jerusha Hess, who co-writes and co-produces his movies.
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Feb 21, 2024 · The married couple behind "Napoleon Dynamite" received their first Oscar nod for "Ninety-Five Senses", a moving 13-minute short about a death-row inmate. Learn how they collaborated with different animators, Tim Blake Nelson and other filmmakers to create this personal and poignant project.
Jan 23, 2024 · | Jan. 23, 2024, 6:58 a.m. | Updated: Jan. 25, 2024, 8:25 a.m. Comment. The Utah makers of “Napoleon Dynamite” can now add another title: Oscar nominees. Directors Jared and Jerusha Hess’...
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Feb 21, 2024 · The husband-and-wife team behind "Napoleon Dynamite" and "Thelma the Unicorn" share their creative process and personal stories behind their first Oscar nomination for "Ninety-Five Senses". Learn how they collaborated with different animators, Tim Blake Nelson and other filmmakers during the pandemic.
