Roy William Neill
Roland de Gostrie (September 4, 1887 – December 14, 1946) was a distinguished British-American film director known for his work in the mystery and crime genres. Neill began his career in British cinema before moving to Hollywood, where he gained prominence for his directing skills. He is best known for his series of Sherlock Holmes films starring Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce, including "The Woman in Green" (1945) and "Terror by Night" (1946). Neill's work on these films is celebrated for its atmospheric direction and adherence to the classic elements of Arthur Conan Doyle's stories. Neill's contributions to the mystery genre and his role in popularizing the Sherlock Holmes character on film are well-regarded in cinema history.
Known for films such as: The Woman in Green, Terror by Night, Sherlock Holmes and the Secret Weapon & Dressed to Kill