Biography
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.
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Filmography
Acting Credits (37)
Blood, Guts and Sunshine: The History of Horror Made in Florida
Self [archival]
2021
Herschell Gordon Lewis: The Godfather of Gore
Self
2019
Killer Campout
Himself- Voice
2017
BloodMania
The Host
2017
How Herschell Found His Niche
himself
2016
