Ovidio G. Assonitis

A master of exploitation cinema, Ovidio G. Assonitis was born in Alexandria, Egypt in 1929 and began his active years of directing in the late 1960s. Known for his work in the horror and thriller genres, Assonitis' most famous films include 'Beyond the Door' and 'Tentacles.' Despite not receiving awards at major film festivals, his films are celebrated in the cult movie scene for their gutsy storytelling and inventive use of shoestring budgets. While Assonitis may not be a household name, his audacious style and bold narratives have made him a legend in the annals of B-movie cinema.