Tom Savini

Known as the "Sultan of Splatter," Tom Savini was born in 1946 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA. Active from the 1970s until today, Savini has primarily worked within the horror genre, with some of his most notable films being "Dawn of the Dead" and "Day of the Dead," which have earned him a reputation as a master of special effects makeup and garnered him a Saturn Award. His directorial style is characterized by a focus on realistic and graphic violence, often using practical effects to create grotesque and shocking imagery. Heartfelt and genuinely passionate about his craft, Savini's love for horror and special effects has forever marked him as an icon in the genre.