An accomplished American film and television director, he gained recognition for his work on the "Halloween" franchise, directing "Halloween II" and "Halloween: Resurrection." He is also known for his contributions to popular TV series such as "Smallville," "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," and "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit." A Harvard graduate, he co-founded Whitewater Films, focusing on independent projects. His career spans several decades, balancing mainstream and independent cinema.