Let's make this birthday one to remember.

82 years old (Born on May 16, 1943)

Happy Birthday, Jon Jost! Another year older and still directing life’s slow dances better than anyone else. Your iconic 1977 masterpiece "Last Chants for a Slow Dance" remains timelessly relevant—proving once again that great cinema ages like fine wine (or perhaps an eccentric cheese). You've earned your rightful spot in the legendary book "1001 Films You Must See Before You Die," ensuring generations will continue to scratch their heads thoughtfully at your brilliance.

Here's wishing you another fantastic trip around the sun filled with creativity, inspiration, and fewer chants but more joyful dances. Keep rolling those cameras; we can't wait to see what cinematic magic you'll conjure next!