Wes Craven is an American filmmaker who has kept audiences on the edge of their seats since the release of his first feature film,…Wes Craven is an American filmmaker who has kept audiences on the edge of their seats since the release of his first feature film, The Last House on the Left, in 1972. In the years since, Craven has directed over 20 films, including hits like A Nightmare on Elm Street and the Scream trilogy, demonstrating his strength as a filmmaker with heart, guts, humor and a visionary imagination. His upcoming film, 25/8, is due in theaters in 2010.