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Ashby, Hal
September 2, 1929 · Ogden, Utah

Biography
William Hal Ashby (September 2, 1929 – December 27, 1988) was an American film director and editor. His work exemplified the countercultural attitude of the era and is associated with the New Hollywood wave.
Achievements
Ashby won an Oscar for editing 'In the Heat of the Night' (1967) and received a nomination for Best Director for 'Coming Home' (1978). He directed iconic films such as 'Harold and Maude' and 'Being There'.
Fun facts
Before his directing career, Ashby edited films for Norman Jewison. Despite his success, he became more reclusive and faced rumors about drug dependency.
Source: Wikipedia
| Full name | Ashby, Hal |
| Date of birth | September 2, 1929 |
| Time of birth | 00:10 |
| Place of birth | Ogden, Utah |
| Country | Utah |
| Sun sign | Virgo |
| Rodden scale | B — B — Biography |
Reliability classification based on the Rodden scale, a standard created by Lois Rodden and widely used in astrological databases to assess the quality of birth data.
A rebellious visionary who captured the essence of a generation.
With the Sun in Virgo and the Moon in Leo, Ashby combined an analytical approach with a strong need for creative expression. His Aquarius Ascendant suggests an innovative and unconventional personality, reflected in his choice of cinematic themes. The influence of Mars and Mercury in Libra indicates his ability to collaborate and his interest in social dynamics, evident in his works about outsiders.
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Ashby, Hal was born on September 2, 1929, so their sun sign is Virgo.
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