About
Herschell Gordon Lewis (June 15, 1926 – September 26, 2016) was an American filmmaker, best known for creating the 'splatter' subgenre of horror films. He is often called the 'Godfather of Gore' (a title also given to Lucio Fulci), though his film career included works in a range of exploitation film genres including juvenile delinquent films, nudie-cuties, two children's films, and at least one rural comedy.
Known for
The Ecstasies of WomenMovie • 1969
Two Thousand Maniacs!Movie • 1964
Monster a Go-Go!Movie • 1965
Something WeirdMovie • 1967
Smash CutMovie • 2009
Scum of the EarthMovie • 1963
Blood FeastMovie • 1963
She-Devils on WheelsMovie • 1968
Blood FeastMovie • 2016
The Gore Gore GirlsMovie • 1972
The Wizard of GoreMovie • 1970
Blood Feast 2: All U Can EatMovie • 2002
Linda and AbileneMovie • 1969
Color Me Blood RedMovie • 1965
Herschell Gordon Lewis: The Godfather of GoreMovie • 2010
The Gruesome TwosomeMovie • 1967