Born in 1965, he is an acclaimed film director and visual effects artist. He began his career in the art department, working on films like "Avatar" and "Alice in Wonderland," which earned him two Academy Awards for Best Art Direction. He made his directorial debut with "Maleficent" in 2014. Renowned for his expertise in creating immersive visual worlds, he continues to contribute significantly to the film industry through innovative visual storytelling and production design.