William Friedkin

William Friedkin (born August 29, 1935) is an American movie director, producer and screenwriter. He was best known for directing "The French Connection" in 1971 and "The Exorcist" in 1973. He won the Academy Award for Best Director. 
Some of his other movie include "Sorcerer", "The Brink's Job", "Cruising", "Deal of the Century", "To Live and Die in L.A.", "Jade", "Rules of Engagement", "The Hunted", "Bug", and "Killer Joe".