John Landis

John Landis is an American filmmaker and director known for creating popular comedy and horror movies. He gained fame with films like "Animal House," "The Blues Brothers," and "Ghostbusters" (the original 1984 version). He is also acclaimed for directing the classic horror-comedy "An American Werewolf in London," which features groundbreaking special effects. Landis's work often blends humor with imaginative storytelling. However, his career faced controversy after a tragic accident on the set of "The Twilight Zone: The Movie" in 1982, which resulted in fatalities. Despite this, he remains a notable figure in American film history.