Neill Blomkamp (Johannesburg, 1979) is a South African-Canadian film director, screenwriter, and producer, known for his distinctive approach to social science fiction.

He gained global recognition with his debut feature film, **District 9** (2009), a critical and commercial success that explored themes of segregation and xenophobia through a gritty sci-fi narrative, set in an alien ghetto in Johannesburg. The film was praised for its originality and cutting-edge visual effects.

He continued to explore dystopian futuristic worlds and social inequalities with **Elysium** (2013), an action-thriller that addresses the class divide between an overpopulated Earth and a luxurious space station. His third film, **Chappie** (2015), explored artificial intelligence and identity within a criminal context, also set in Johannesburg.

Blomkamp's style is characterized by a realistic and gritty aesthetic, the use of practical effects and seamless CGI, and a strong emphasis on sociopolitical commentary, often linked to themes of militarization, poverty, and racism.