David Richard Ellis, born on September 8, 1952, and tragically passing away on January 7, 2013, was a multifaceted American creative professional, whose career spanned the realms of filmmaking, acting, and stunt work.
He is perhaps most notably recognized for his work as a director, helming several notable films, including the 2003 thriller "Final Destination 2", the 2004 psychological thriller "Cellular", the 2006 action-horror film "Snakes on a Plane", and the 2011 3D horror film "Shark Night 3D".
