E. Elias Merhige

A master of atmospheric horror, E. Elias Merhige was born in 1964 in Brooklyn, New York, USA and has been an active filmmaker since 1991. He is known for his strikingly unique visual style in the genre of horror and experimental cinema, with his most notable works being "Begotten" and "Shadow of the Vampire," the latter of which won him numerous accolades including the Independent Spirit Award for Best Director. Merhige's films, often marked by their grotesque beauty and haunting imagery, delve into the dark and the uncanny, creating a terrifying yet mesmerizing cinematic experience.

E. Elias Merhige is a director who, despite the dark and sometimes disturbing nature of his work, is deeply in love with the art of cinema and seeks to explore its boundaries in his own unique and unforgettable way.