Richard W. Haines is an American independent filmmaker and film historian. He graduated from New York University's film school in 1979. Haines directed cult films such as Splatter University (1984) and Alien Space Avenger (1989). He also worked as an editor on The Toxic Avenger (1984) and Class of Nuke 'Em High (1986). As a film historian, Haines authored Technicolor Movies (1993) and The Moviegoing Experience, 1968-2001 (2003), exploring the evolution of film technology and audience experiences.
movieVHS Lives: A Schlockumentary
2017 · Self
movie42nd Street Memories: The Rise and Fall of America's Most Notorious Street
2015 · Self
movieWhat Really Frightens You?
2009 · Director, Writer, Producer, Editor
movieUnsavory Characters
2001 · Director
movieHead Games
1996 · Director, Story, Editor
movieRun For Cover
1995 · Writer, Director
movieAlien Space Avenger
1989 · Writer, Director
movieClass of Nuke 'Em High
1986 · Dr. Howard, Director, Writer, Original Story
movieSplatter University
1984 · Director, Screenplay, Story, Producer
movieThe Toxic Avenger
1984 · Editor
movieStuck on You!
1983 · Editor
movieWaitress!
1982 · Sound Editor