Alicia Silverstone hosts 30th anniversary screening of ‘Clueless’

Alicia Silverstone is set to return to her Northern California roots this summer to mark the 30th anniversary of the film that catapulted her to stardom.

The San Mateo-raised actress will host a special screening of “Clueless” at the San Jose Civic on July 25. The event will feature a live onstage conversation and audience Q&A with Silverstone following the movie.

Written and directed by Amy Heckerling and based loosely on the Jane Austen novel “Emma,” “Clueless” became a defining teen comedy of the 1990s, turning Silverstone’s portrayal of the well-meaning but oblivious Beverly Hills high schooler Cher Horowitz into a cultural icon.

“Clueless” was praised for its fashion, slang and satirical wit, and it remains a touchstone for fans decades later. It also included a breakout performance by Paul Rudd.

Attendees can expect behind-the-scenes stories from Silverstone, who made her film debut in 1993’s “The Crush” and rose to fame with a string of Aerosmith music videos.

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