Uwe Boll

A controversial figure in the world of cinema, Uwe Boll was born in 1965 in Wermelskirchen, Germany and began his directorial career in 1991. Known largely for his adaptations of video games into films, his main genres are action, horror, and fantasy, with notable works including "House of the Dead," "Alone in the Dark," and "BloodRayne," none of which garnered major awards. Boll's authorial style is often criticized for its lack of subtlety, poor dialogue, and over-the-top violence, which has unfortunately caused him to be less favored in the critical eye.

Uwe Boll, as many would agree, is unapologetically himself; a maverick who forges his own path through the cinematic landscape, undeterred by the storm of criticism that often surrounds his work.