Greg McManus

Greg McManus has a knack for storytelling that kind of sneaks up on you. In Close (2019), he dives into the gritty world of personal security, following a female bodyguard whose life is basically one wild ride after another. The action? Pretty relentless. You get a front-row seat to the chaos and danger, and honestly, you kinda need to catch your breath halfway through. McManus doesn’t just throw in fight scenes for the heck of it—there’s tension in every glance, every move. Then there’s The Six Triple Eight (2024), which is a whole different vibe. Here, McManus helps shine a light on the real-life story of the only all-Black, all-female battalion sent overseas during World War II. It’s about resilience, teamwork, and busting through barriers that most folks don’t even realize existed. The film doesn’t sugarcoat the struggle or the racism these women faced, but it also doesn’t drown in misery. There’s grit, hope, and a kind of quiet triumph that sticks with you long after the credits roll. And don’t even get me started on Beast (2017). This one’s not your typical monster movie. It’s more psychological than bloody, poking at what it means to be human—or not. McManus crafts a story that keeps you guessing, never quite sure who’s the real villain here. The tension builds until you’re practically gnawing your nails. All in all, McManus has a habit of picking projects that get under your skin, in the best way possible.