Herschell Gordon Lewis

Jun 15, 1926 - Sep 26, 2016 (90 years old) in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA

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

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Chainsaw Sally
Mr. Gordon
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Blood Feast
Radio Announcer (voice) (uncredited)
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Something Weird
Narrator (voice) (as Sheldon Seymour)
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Smash Cut
Fred Sandy / Radio Announcer
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Jimmy, the Boy Wonder
Narrator (voice) (uncredited)
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BloodMania
The Host

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