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David Cronenberg

David Cronenberg

Birthday: 1943-03-15 | Place of Birth: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

David Paul Cronenberg (born March 15, 1943) is a Canadian writer-director. He is one of the principal originators of what is commonly known as the 'body horror' or 'venereal horror' genre. This style of filmmaking explores people's fears of bodily transformation and infection. In his films, the psychological is typically intertwined with the physical. In the first half of his career, he explored these themes mostly through horror and science fiction, although his work has since expanded beyond these genres. He has been called "the most audacious and challenging narrative director in the English-speaking world." Cronenberg's films have polarized critics and audiences alike; he has earned critical acclaim and has sparked controversy for his depictions of gore and violence.

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Known For

Acting

Year
Title

Role

2021
The Death of David Cronenberg

as    David Cronenberg

2020
2019
L’ inquiétante absence

as    Self

2017
Alias Grace

as    Reverend Verrenger

2013
The Nest

as    Dr. Molnar (voice)

2013
Tales from the Organ Trade

as    Narrator

2012
A Special Day

as    Self

2012
Citizens of Cosmopolis

as    Self

2002
Jason X

as    Dr. Wimmer

2002
Masters of Horror

as    Self

2001
The American Nightmare

as    Self

1999
Last Night

as    Duncan

1999
Resurrection

as    Father Rousell

1995
Blood & Donuts

as    Crime Boss

1992
Naked Making Lunch

as    Himself

1990
Nightbreed

as    Dr. Philip K. Decker

1986
The Fly

as    Gynecologist

1985
Into the Night

as    Group Supervisor