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Susan Lacy

Susan Lacy is a director, producer and writer. She has made a name for herself in the film industry with her documentary films and biographical works. Lacy has directed critically-acclaimed documentaries such as "Spielberg", "Jane Fonda in Five Acts", and "American Masters".

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Freddie Francis

Freddie Francis was a British cinematographer and director who worked on over 50 films from the 1950s to the 1990s. He won two Academy Awards for Best Cinematography for Sons and Lovers and Glory, and later directed horror classics including The Evil of Frankenstein and Dracula Has Risen from the Grave.

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Sebastián Silva

Sebastián Silva is a Chilean filmmaker, screenwriter, and actor. He is best known for directing the films "The Maid" and "Nasty Baby". Silva's work often explores complex and controversial topics, such as class inequality and LGBT issues. He has won numerous awards for his filmmaking, including the Sundance Grand Jury Prize for "Nasty Baby" in 2015.

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Apichatpong Weerasethakul

: Apichatpong Weerasethakul is a Thai film director, producer, and screenwriter. He is known for his unique blend of surrealism and spirituality in his films, with a focus on the intersection of the natural world and human desires. He has won numerous awards at festivals such as Cannes, Venice, and Berlin.

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Jean-Claude Lord

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Richard Roy

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Craig Brewer

Craig Brewer is a director, writer, and actor from the United States. He is best known for directing the critically acclaimed films Hustle & Flow and Black Snake Moan. Brewer's work often explores themes of race, poverty, and the American South.

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Sherif Arafa

Sherif Arafa is an Egyptian film director, born in Cairo in 1950. Throughout his career, he has directed more than 50 films and television shows. Arafa is best known for his work in the action and thriller genres, as well as for his collaborations with the popular Egyptian actor Adel Imam.

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Shankar

Shankar is a renowned filmmaker in the Indian film industry. He is known for his innovative and visually stunning films with themes ranging from social issues to science fiction. Some of his notable works include Endhiran, Indian and Sivaji. He has won several awards including six National Film Awards.

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Jeffrey Lau

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Umesh Mehra

Umesh Mehra (0) was an Indian film director, producer, and screenwriter who worked in Hindi cinema. He was known for his successful collaborations with actors like Amitabh Bachchan and Rajesh Khanna, and for directing hit films like "Hamara Dil Aapke Paas Hai" and "Khudgarz". He passed away in 2000 at the age of 58.

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Youssef Chahine

Youssef Chahine (1926-2008) was a renowned Egyptian film director, screenwriter, and actor. He is considered a pioneer of Arabic cinema and made over 40 films throughout his career, many of which tackled social and political issues. His work often explored themes of identity, cultural conflict, and the clash between modernity and tradition.

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Daniel Calparsoro

Daniel Calparsoro is a Spanish film director known for his work in the thriller and action genres. He began his career directing music videos and moved on to direct feature films such as "Salto al vacío" and "Asfalto." He has won several awards for his work including the Goya Award for Best New Director.

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Rainer Werner Fassbinder

Rainer Werner Fassbinder (1945-1982) was a German film and theatre director, screenwriter, and actor. He was known for his provocative and innovative work, often addressing taboo subjects such as homosexuality and societal power structures. He directed over 40 films in his short career, including "Ali: Fear Eats the Soul" and "The Marriage of Maria Braun."

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Michael McKay

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Mitchell Altieri

Mitchell Altieri is a director known for his work on horror films such as The Hamiltons and The Violent Kind, which he co-directed with Phil Flores. He has also directed episodes of the television series Scream: The TV Series and Van Helsing.

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Michael Fredianelli

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Dan Krauss

Dan Krauss is an American filmmaker known for his documentary and narrative work focused on issues of war, conflict, and social justice. He has been awarded with numerous accolades, including an Academy Award nomination for Best Documentary Feature for his film "The Death of Kevin Carter: Casualty of the Bang Bang Club" in 2006.

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Edgar G. Ulmer

Edgar G. Ulmer was a filmmaker, known for his work in the horror and film noir genres in the 1930s and 1940s. He directed over 100 films in his career, but most were low-budget B-movies. His most famous works include "The Black Cat" (1934) and "Detour" (1945).

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Jeff Chan

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Griff Furst

Griff Furst is an American film director, actor, and producer. He has directed several movies and TV shows such as Ghost Shark, Lake Placid 3, and Swamp Shark. He is also known for his appearances in movies such as Focus, Heroes, and Banshee.

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L. Gustavo Cooper

L. Gustavo Cooper is a film director known for his work on horror and thriller films. He has directed several feature films, including "June," "The Devil Incarnate," and "Velvet Road." Before becoming a director, he worked as a storyboard artist and VFX artist in the film industry.

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Fede Álvarez

Fede Álvarez is a filmmaker and director from Uruguay. He gained recognition for his short film, "Panic Attack!", which caught the attention of Hollywood producer, Sam Raimi. Álvarez went on to direct the 2013 remake of Raimi's "Evil Dead" and the thriller "Don't Breathe".

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Mark Sloper

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Arthur Marks

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Danny Buday

Danny Buday is a podcast producer and content creator based in Los Angeles. He has produced podcasts for organizations such as TED, Gimlet, and Wondery, and has created his own original shows. His work has been featured on platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Audible.

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Lauren Greenfield

Lauren Greenfield is a documentary filmmaker and photographer best known for her award-winning documentary "The Queen of Versailles" and her book "Generation Wealth." Her work focuses on American consumerism, the influence of money and celebrity culture. She has also directed short films and commercials for major brands.

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Jacob Cooney

Jacob Cooney is a writer and director known for his work on several popular TV shows and films. He has also directed several theater productions and written several plays that have appeared in festivals and theaters around the country. Cooney's work is known for its strong character development and engaging narratives that push audiences to think and feel deeply.

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Vaughn Stein

Vaughn Stein is a British film director and writer. He first gained attention with his directorial debut, the neo-noir thriller film Terminal (2018), starring Margot Robbie, Simon Pegg and Mike Myers. Prior to directing, Stein worked as a second unit director and assistant director on various films, including World War Z and Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows.

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Sacha Gervasi

Sacha Gervasi is a British film director, screenwriter and producer born on March 1966. He is best known for directing the films "Anvil! The Story of Anvil" and "Hitchcock". Gervasi started his career as a journalist and screenwriter before transitioning to directing documentaries and narrative films.

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Sophie Hyde

Sophie Hyde is an Australian film director and producer. She is known for her work on feature films such as "52 Tuesdays" (2013) and "Animals" (2019), as well as television series such as "The Hunting" (2019). Hyde is also a co-founder of the production company Closer Productions.

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Ben Lewin

Ben Lewin is a director originally from Poland who is best known for his work on the films "The Sessions" and "Please Stand By." He has also directed episodes of TV shows such as "Ally McBeal" and "Touched by an Angel."

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Sean Penn

Sean Penn is an American actor, filmmaker, and political activist who has starred in numerous films, including "Milk," "Mystic River," and "Dead Man Walking." He has won two Academy Awards for Best Actor and has been involved in various humanitarian efforts, including advocating for the displaced residents of Hurricane Katrina and working to assist Haitian earthquake victims.

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Colin Theys

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Tom Putnam

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John Borowski

John Borowski is a filmmaker who specializes in producing documentaries about serial killers. He has directed and produced several acclaimed films, including "H.H. Holmes: America's First Serial Killer," "Albert Fish: In His Own Words," and "Ed Gein: The Ghoul of Plainfield." His work has aired on The Discovery Channel and Investigation Discovery.

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Ryan Murphy

Ryan Murphy is an American television producer, writer, and director. He is best known for creating series such as Glee, American Horror Story, American Crime Story, and Pose. Throughout his career, Murphy has won multiple Emmy Awards and has been recognized for his contributions to the entertainment industry.

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