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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).
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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- Glendale, Arizona, USA
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.
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,...
Feb 21, 2024 · Husband-and-wife filmmakers Jared and Jerusha Hess have a working relationship so blessedly intertwined, they even share the same Wikipedia page.
Jan 21, 2024 · Jerusha Hess, co-writer of Napoleon Dynamite, talks to KRCL about the cult classic film and its impact on pop culture. She also shares her memories of Sundance and her latest projects with her husband Jared Hess.
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Aug 28, 2014 · In 2003, Jared Hess, Jerusha Hess, and Jon Heder — students at Brigham Young University’s film school — were just another trio of independent filmmakers working the festival circuit in Park...
