Personal details
- Children: (her death, 3 children) Esme Penry-Davey
- Parents: David Penry-Davey
- Professions: Second Unit Director or Assistant Director, Producer, Additional Crew
Matthew Penry-Davey isn’t exactly a household name, but the guy’s been around the block in the film world, quietly leaving his mark on some heavy hitters. Let’s start with Annihilation (2018)—that trippy, wild sci-fi with Natalie Portman. Penry-Davey was part of the crew that made all those mind-bending visuals possible, the kind of stuff that keeps you awake at night wondering what you’d do if your DNA started melting into a bear that screams like your dead friend. Not your average Tuesday. Jump ahead a few years—Warfare (2025) is the next big thing on his resume. We don’t have all the details yet (Hollywood loves its secrets), but the buzz is real. People in the know are already hyped, tossing around words like “groundbreaking” and “genre-bending.” If Penry-Davey’s involved, you can bet it’s not going to be boring or predictable. But, let’s not forget the early days—Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones (2002). Yeah, that’s right. He was there, back when George Lucas was still figuring out how to make Yoda jump around with a lightsaber. Penry-Davey was part of the machine that brought that galaxy far, far away to life. Personal life? Not much drama there, at least not splashed across the tabloids. He was married to Claire Haddon once, but that’s about all you’ll find if you dig. The guy keeps it low-key, lets his work do the talking. Not a bad way to roll, honestly.
DGA MembernnSo, here’s what’s up with this movie: It’s one of those wild rides where you can’t really predict what’s coming next. The plot sort of unravels at its own pace, weaving in a bunch of characters who are all a little bit on edge. There’s drama, obviously—can’t have a story without someone making a mess of things. Mix in some sharp dialogue and a few genuinely funny moments, and you’ve got a film that doesn’t take itself too seriously but still packs a punch. The director, who’s got some serious chops (yeah, DGA member and all that), kind of leans into those little details most folks would miss. By the end, you’re left wondering if you should laugh or just shake your head. It’s clever, a bit messy on purpose, and honestly, way more real than most of the stuff out there nowadays.
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Yes, Esme Penry-Davey
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