His works explore themes of suspense, murder, obsession, and psychiatric disorders, among others. De Palma's cinematic style is considered by many as a successor to that of Alfred Hitchcock. He was born in Newark, New Jersey.
Filmography Femme Fatale (2002) Mission to Mars (2000) Snake Eyes (1998) Mission Impossible (1996) Carlito's Way (1993) Raising Cain (1992) The Bonfire of the Vanities (1990) Casualties of War (1989) The Untouchables (1987) Wise Guys (1986) Body Double (1984) Scarface (1983) Blow Out (1981) Dressed to Kill (1980) Home Movies (1979) The Fury (1978) Carrie (1976) Obsession (1976) Phantom of the Paradise (1974) Sisters (1973) Get to Know Your Rabbit (1972) Dionysus (1970) Hi, Mom (1970) The Wedding Party (1969) Greetings (1968) Murder a la Mod (1968) The Responsive Eye (1966) Show Me a Strong Town and I'll Show You a Strong Bank (1966) Bridge That Gap (1965) Jennifer (1964) Wotans Wake (1962) 660124 The Story of an IBM Card (1961) Icarus (1960)