Born in 1951, he is an American film director, producer, and writer, best known for creating and directing the groundbreaking science fiction film "Tron" (1982), which became a cult classic for its pioneering use of computer graphics. He studied at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, where he began his career in animation. Beyond "Tron," his work includes "Hot Pursuit" (1987) and "Slipstream" (1989). His contributions to the film industry highlight the intersection of technology and storytelling.