Born in the city that never sleeps, New York, renowned director Bernard Vorhaus made a significant name for himself in England during the 1930s, only to later become a victim of the infamous Hollywood blacklist. His most well-known film, "The Last Journey," released in 1935, showcases his impressive directorial skills, but it is his quirky thriller, "The Amazing Mr. X," about phonily spiritualists, released in 1948, that has garnered a devoted fan base over the years.
Prior to his illustrious career in film, Vorhaus was a graduate of the prestigious Harvard University. Interestingly, he played a crucial role in the early career of a young director by the name of David Lean, providing him with his first job as a film cutter. Lean would go on to become a renowned Oscar-winning director, famous for his intelligent epics such as "Lawrence of Arabia" (1962) and "Doctor Zhivago" (1965). In a testament to Vorhaus's lasting impact, Lean referred to him as the "greatest influence" in his life.
After being blacklisted, Vorhaus relocated to England, where he lived with his wife, a Welsh-born woman, until his passing in November 2000.
