Hugh Gallagher

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Directing

Gender

Male

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Place of Birth

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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.

Acting

2014

Jimmy's Hall

as Senior Guard

2023

1990

Metal Noir

as Mort

Production

1985

Screambook II

as Publicist

1998

1999

Vampire Blues

as Producer

1997

Tender Flesh

as Producer

1993

Gorotica

as Director

1989

Dead Silence

as Writer

1990

Gorgasm

as Writer

1989

Dead Silence

as Director

1990

Gorgasm

as Director

1994

Gore Whore

as Director

2023

Wake The Dead

as Director

1995

Compelling Evidence

as First Assistant Director

1993

Gorotica

as Producer

1993

Gorotica

as Writer

1990

Gorgasm

as Producer

1994

Damselvis, Daughter of Helvis

as Director of Photography

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