Ben Wheatley
May 7, 1972 (52 years old) in Billericay, Essex, England, UK
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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Credits
- 2025 · A World War II Fairytale: The Making of Michael Mann's 'The Keep' as Himself
- 2024 · Scala!!! as Self
- 2015 · The Third Man: A Filmmaker's Influence as Self
- 2015 · Nicolas Roeg: It's About Time... as Self
- 2015 · An Appreciation by Ben Wheatley as
- 2014 · Why Horror? as Self
- 2007 · Comedy Shuffle as Amazing Wizard Ben
- 2006 · Rob Loves Kerry as Ben
- 2005 · Ideal as Brother Ben
- 1998 · Cider with Rosie as Older Jack
- Future · Worshipping 'The Wicker Man' as Self