Let's make this birthday one to remember.

61 years old (Born on May 25, 1963)

Happy Birthday, George Hickenlooper! May your celebration be as epic and unforgettable as the making of "Apocalypse Now"—minus the jungle chaos and existential dread, of course. Your brilliant documentary "Hearts of Darkness: A Filmmaker's Apocalypse" not only captured cinematic history but also earned you a well-deserved National Board of Review award for Best Documentary.

Here's hoping your birthday festivities run smoother than Coppola’s production schedule. Keep inspiring us with your fearless storytelling; may every year ahead bring fewer filmmaking apocalypses and more standing ovations. Cheers to another year filled with creativity, laughter—and absolutely no helicopters playing Wagner overhead!