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Eli Roth - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | April 18, 1972 |
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| Age | 53 |
| Birthplace | Newton, Massachusetts, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries - (see also Eli Roth's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Directing and producing horror films, notably 'Cabin Fever,' 'Hostel,' and his collaboration with Quentin Tarantino in 'Inglourious Basterds.' |
Intro
Eli Roth is an American film director, producer, writer, and actor, best known for his significant contributions to the horror genre with films such as 'Cabin Fever' and 'Hostel.'
Early Life & Background
Eli Roth was born and raised in Newton, Massachusetts. He developed an interest in filmmaking at an early age, making over 100 short films with his siblings and friends before attending New York University's Tisch School of the Arts.
Career Highlights
- Directed and co-wrote the cult horror film 'Cabin Fever' (2002), which became a box office success.
- Wrote, directed, and produced the horror-thriller 'Hostel' (2005) and its 2007 sequel, both influential in modern horror cinema.
- Collaborated with Quentin Tarantino and portrayed Sergeant Donny Donowitz in 'Inglourious Basterds' (2009).
- Directed 'The Green Inferno' (2013) and 'Knock Knock' (2015), continuing his legacy in horror and thriller genres.
- Directed the family fantasy film 'The House with a Clock in Its Walls' (2018).
Trivia
- Eli Roth is known for incorporating intense violence and 'splatter' elements, leading some critics to associate him with the 'torture porn' subgenre.
- He is fluent in Italian and spent time in Italy studying cinema.
- Roth was mentored by David Lynch and worked as a production assistant on Lynch's projects before his own directorial debut.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Eli Roth?
Eli Roth is 53 years old.
When was Eli Roth born?
Eli Roth was born the 18 April 1972.
Where is Eli Roth from?
Newton, Massachusetts, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About April 18th, 1972, in brief:
- Historical events: The Widgery Report, an inquiry into the events of Bloody Sunday in Northern Ireland, was published on April 18, 1972. The report concluded that the British Army acted in self-defense during the incident, a finding that was widely criticized by the nationalist community and led to calls for a more thorough investigation.
- Day of the week: April 18th, 1972 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face by Roberta Flack
- #1 UK song: Amazing Grace by Pipes & Drums & The Military Band Of The Royal Scots Dragoon Guard
- Popular movie: The Godfather directed by Francis Ford Coppola
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