Movies by Ariel Schulman

Ariel Schulman is a visionary filmmaker whose work blends the line between documentary and fiction, crafting immersive cinematic experiences that delve into the complexities of modern life. From his breakout documentary Catfish, which explored the uncharted territory of online relationships, to his collaborations with Henry Joost on the Paranormal Activity franchise, Schulman has proven himself a master of suspense and unsettling psychological thrills. But Schulman's talents extend far beyond the horror genre. In films like Nerve and Project Power, he combines high-concept premises with a keen social awareness, using genre tropes to examine pressing issues of technology, identity, and power. His ability to seamlessly integrate thought-provoking themes with compulsively watchable narratives has earned him a reputation as one of the most distinctive and versatile voices in modern American cinema. Whether chronicling the real-life drama of a Gucci family feud, as in his upcoming film Who Is Sabato De Sarno? A Gucci Story, or crafting a fantastical superhero origin story like in Secret Headquarters, Schulman's work is united by a distinctive visual style and a fascination with the blurred boundaries between truth and fiction. With each new project, he continues to push the boundaries of genre filmmaking, cementing his status as a true cinematic innovator.