About Wilfred La Salle
Wilfred La Salle is an American actor, film director, producer, and screenwriter known for his groundbreaking approach to indie filmmaking on a zero-dollar budget. Starting his film career in his mid-thirties, La Salle founded La Salle Productions to offer a platform for emerging talent outside the Hollywood spotlight. His directing credits include the acclaimed shorts Hilo and Hilo II, along with his first full-length feature, Graves. La Salle's work on Hilo II earned international acclaim, including "Best Debut Director" at the Vesuvius International Film Festival in Italy and "Best Film" at the Madras International Film Festival in 2020.
In 2024, he released Oculus, followed by his sixth film, The Security Guard, which garnered significant media attention for its high-quality production despite a zero-dollar budget. Through resourceful, independent filmmaking, Wilfred La Salle is redefining what's possible in the industry, showing that powerful storytelling and cinematic impact can be achieved without major studio backing.
