1989Nominee
Best Director
Dead Silence
Hugh Gallagher
Actor · Director · Producer · Writer
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.
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Awards and Honors
Critical Favorites
1994Nominee
Best Director
Gore Whore
2014Nominee
Best Performance
Jimmy's Hall
Career Highlights
1993Highlight
Best Director
Gorotica
2025Highlight
Best Performance
Vick & Tarstar's Scarecrow Factory
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Gore Whore
Jimmy's Hall
Gorotica