Louis J. Gasnier

Louis J. Gasnier was a French-born film director and screenwriter active primarily in the early to mid-20th century. He is best known for directing the controversial 1933 exploitation film "Reefer Madness," which depicted exaggerated dangers of marijuana use. Gasnier contributed to various genres, including musicals and action films, and worked in both French and American cinema. His work often reflected the cultural attitudes and cinematic styles of his era, and he played a role in shaping early Hollywood filmmaking.