David Prior (born January 6, 1969) is an American film director, screenwriter, producer, and editor whose work spans genre filmmaking with a focus on atmosphere, dread, and narrative immersion. He is best known for The Empty Man (2020), where he served as director and writer, shaping the story’s moody horror tone through a tightly controlled blend of mystery and supernatural speculation. Prior’s creative range also includes his earlier acting work, including Alien Resurrection (1997), which informs his understanding of genre storytelling from multiple angles. In addition to directing and writing, he has worked in production and editing roles, bringing a cinematic sensibility to projects that rely on pacing, visual design, and character-driven momentum. His filmography reflects a commitment to suspense-heavy storytelling, including Voir (2021), further establishing him as a distinctive voice in modern suspense and horror.
