Fritz Lang (1890-1976) was one of the most influential directors in the history of cinema, renowned for his narrative and visual mastery. He is not known for an acting career.

His career began in Germany, where he contributed significantly to expressionist cinema. Iconic works such as the dystopian *Metropolis* (1927) and the psychological thriller *M – The Monster of Düsseldorf* (1931), with its pioneering exploration of criminal psychology, defined his dark and profound style.

Having fled the Nazi regime, he moved to Hollywood, where he became a master of *film noir*. Films like *Fury* (1936) and *The Big Heat* (1953) explore themes of paranoia, revenge, and moral ambiguity. His cinema is characterized by meticulous staging, tense atmospheres, and a profound exploration of the human condition, often dominated by fate and violence.