Wesley Earl "Wes" Craven (August 2, 1939 – August 30, 2015) was an American film director, writer, producer, and actor. He was known for his pioneering workin the genre of horror films, particularly slasher films, where his impact on the genre was considered prolific and influential.Due to the success and cultural impact of his works in the horror film genre, Craven has been called the "Master of Horror