Born on October 16, 1971, in France, he is a filmmaker renowned for his work in the horror genre. He gained international recognition with "Martyrs" (2008), a film noted for its intense and provocative content. He began his career as an assistant director and later directed "House of Voices" (2004). His style often explores themes of suffering and redemption. Other notable works include "The Tall Man" (2012) and "Incident in a Ghostland" (2018). He is celebrated for pushing boundaries within horror cinema.