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Director

Hugh Gallagher

Biography

Hugh Gallagher is an American film director, producer, and writer known for his work in the horror genre. He directed and wrote films such as Dead Silence (1989), Gorgasm (1990), Gorotica (1993), and Gore Whore (1994). Gallagher's films are characterized by their low-budget production and cult following. He is also recognized for his satirical college application essay, which gained widespread attention after being published in Harper's magazine in 1990.

Known for

Filmography

  1. 2025Vick & Tarstar's Scarecrow FactoryFilm: Hugh Gallagher
  2. 2023Wake The DeadFilm: Director
  3. 2014Jimmy's HallFilm: Senior Guard
  4. 1998Mari-Cookie and the Killer TarantulaFilm: Man on Bed
  5. 1994Gore WhoreFilm: Director
  6. 1993GoroticaFilm: Director, Writer
  7. 1990Metal NoirFilm: Mort
  8. 1990GorgasmFilm: Writer, Director
  9. 1989Dead SilenceFilm: Writer, Director
  10. 1988Ashes to SlashesFilm: Writer

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