John Waters

John Waters, a prominent film director and artist, has been a significant figure in American cinema since the 1960s, beginning his career in Baltimore. His early works, like Hag in a Black Leather Jacket and Mondo Trasho, showcased his unique ability to transform the grotesque into art. Central to his films is the ensemble known as the Dreamlanders, including the iconic Divine, who became a staple in Waters's most recognized projects, highlighting the director's distinctive blend of subversion and creativity.