“If 'formulaic' is somebody who is unlikely to succeed starting down a process and succeeding - then isn't that what most films are about? And art films are about people who aren't likely to succeed and then don't succeed.”

British filmmaker, born 1937. Known for his visually striking, atmospheric works that blend industrial grit with human drama, including *Blade Runner* and *Alien*. His directorial style often explores themes of isolation, technology, and moral ambiguity.