Abel Ferrara, a renowned filmmaker, began his cinematic journey in his teenage years by creating amateur films on Super 8. As his passion and skills evolved, he transitioned to producing violent exploitation films, such as 'Driller Killer' and 'Ms.45', which showcased his unique style and vision.
The positive reviews he received for 'Ms.45' played a significant role in establishing his cult reputation, ultimately leading to increased budgets, studio funding, and collaborations with well-known actors, including Christopher Walken and Harvey Keitel. Despite his growing success, Ferrara has always maintained his commitment to exploring gritty the realities of life on the streets of New York, as evident in his ultra-low-budget, highly controversial film 'Bad Lieutenant'.
