Director • Born 1961

Robert Tinnell

About

Robert Tinnell is an American filmmaker, writer, producer, and graphic novelist from Fairmont, West Virginia. Growing up in north-central West Virginia, Tinnell developed a passion for storytelling and classic genre films, particularly horror, which would strongly influence the direction of his career. His early interest in cinema led him to work across multiple facets of the industry, from producing music videos to directing feature films and later branching into the world of comics and graphic novels. Over time, he has become known as a versatile storyteller whose work bridges film, literature, and visual art. As a filmmaker, Tinnell is best recognized for directing projects that blend fantasy, horror, and heartfelt character drama. His feature Kids of the Round Table (1995) reimagined Arthurian legend through the eyes of children, while Frankenstein and Me (1996) paid direct homage...