Ben Wheatley

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Ben Wheatley (born 1972) is an English filmmaker, film editor, and animator. Beginning his career in advertising, Wheatley first gained recognition and acclaim for his commercials and short films, before transitioning into feature films and television programmes. He is best known for his work in the thriller and horror genres, with his films frequently incorporating heavy elements of black comedy and satire. Wheatley has received numerous accolades for his work, including an Evening Standard British Film Award, five British Independent Film Award nominations, and numerous awards and honours from film festivals including South by Southwest, Karlovy Vary, Mar del Plata, Raindance, Toronto and Cannes.

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2026
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Movie Director
2026
Bulk
Movie Director
2025
A World War II Fairy Tale: The Making of Michael Mann's 'The Keep'
Movie Self
2024
Generation Z
TV show Executive Producer
2024
Scala!!!
Movie Self
2023
Klokkenluider
Movie Executive Producer
2023
Meg 2: The Trench
Movie Director
2021
In the Earth
Movie Executive Producer
2021
Doughnut
Movie Thanks
2020
Rebecca
Movie Director
2018
In Fabric
Movie Executive Producer
2018
Happy New Year, Colin Burstead
Movie Director
2018
Strange Angel
TV show Director
2017
The Ghoul
Movie Executive Producer
2017
Free Fire
Movie Director
2016
The Greasy Strangler
Movie Executive Producer