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Ryan Nicholson

January 1, 1971 — Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

Ryan Nicholson was a Canadian makeup artist and director of independent horror films.​

Nicholson was a Canadian special effects makeup artist and filmmaker known for his work in horror cinema. He began his career in special effects, contributing to series like The X-Files. Nicholson later directed independent horror films such as Gutterballs (2008) and Hanger (2009), noted for their explicit content and practical effects. His contributions to genre filmmaking are recognized for their boldness and creativity.

Ghost Rider

Ghost Rider

2007

The Chronicles of Riddick

The Chronicles of Riddick

2004

Dreamcatcher

Dreamcatcher

2003

Double Jeopardy

Double Jeopardy

1999

Grave Encounters 2

Grave Encounters 2

2012

Dead Rising: Watchtower

Dead Rising: Watchtower

2015

It Stains the Sands Red

It Stains the Sands Red

2016

Dead Rising: Endgame

Dead Rising: Endgame

2016