Born on June 25, 1961, in Guryev, Kazakhstan, he is a renowned film director, producer, and screenwriter known for his work in Russian and Hollywood cinema. He gained international recognition with the fantasy thrillers "Night Watch" (2004) and "Day Watch" (2006). His unique visual style and mastery of action sequences led him to direct the Hollywood blockbuster "Wanted" (2008). He is also known for pioneering the screenlife film format, emphasizing storytelling through computer screens.