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As we have lost a true horror Icon, I thought it might be nice to look at whos still out there, whos still making awesome films. No one will be able to replace Wes Craven, but there are still a lot of really amazing talents out there and I think as much as it is a good time to look back on what Wes created, we should also look forward at what might be to come. RIP Mr. Craven, and thanks for all of the fun.

Now to start the topic off;
Sam Raimi,

Absolute genius, he still has many years of giving us horror/comedy and everything in between. I say Sam Raimi is an Icon and will continue to give us plenty of good times to come.

M. night shyamalan, looking forward to The Visit.

It may seem odd, but I rarely seek out specific directors. I will watch movies in a series I like, and there are a few directors like David Lynch or Cronenberg. Comparing to literature, I seek out books by the same author a lot more.

There's always John Carpenter and George Romero

How about that guy who came up with Paranormal Activity.

I think it's safe to say if the person is referred to as " that guy who came up with Paranormal Activity ", Icon status doesn't apply.

I think Ti West, with a few more good flicks, has a chance to be viewed as one of the greats of his time, and the same with Lucky McKee. Both very talented with a nice body of work built up already.

Agree about Carpenter, Romero & Raimi.

Also like to add Tobe hooper, Cronenberg, Corman, Argento & Polanski...though they haven't actually made any new horror movie lately/for quite a long time but still their body of works surely makes them Icons for today's filmmakers.

I love this discussion. Its amazing how some films you can get 5 minutes into and just know who was behind the camera making the magic happen. Wes was one of those guys, you can always tell when his fingers are in something.

Not really a director but I consider Clive Barker an Icon as well. He has one of the most awesome imaginations I have ever followed.

James Wan

I was just wondering when you'd mention Clive, Jake. I'm disappointed it took you so long. ::big grin::

But who says a horror icon has to be just a director? The people in the background who make the sets, stories, and monsters are just as important. Mine without question is Rick Baker. Cliche but it is what it is. His name's behind most of my favorite films so hard to ignore him. As an artist his influence means more to me when making monsters come alive then just the stories or acting that also make a movie.