Phil Thornton

Phil Thornton, the master of visual storytelling, was born in 1959 in London, England. He was active in the film industry from the mid-1990s, crafting compelling narratives in the genres of drama, suspense and crime, with his most famous works including the critically acclaimed "Under the Bridge" and "The Midnight Run". Despite not receiving awards at major film festivals, Thornton's authorial style is recognized for its gritty realism, atmospheric settings and deeply flawed characters, which are often seen as a reflection of his own experiences growing up in London. Phil Thornton, with his raw and unflinching portrayal of life, continues to remind us that cinema, at its best, is a mirror held up to society.