Tim Burton is an American film director, producer and artist known for his dark, quirky style and gothic themes. He was born in 1958 in California and spent his childhood watching movies and drawing cartoons. Burton got his start working for Disney and later on films like Pee-Wee's Big Adventure. Some of his most famous films include Batman, Edward Scissorhands, Nightmare Before Christmas, and Alice in Wonderland. Burton frequently casts Johnny Depp in lead roles and focuses on social outcasts. He is renowned for bringing a unique vision to films through his artistic eye and dark sensibilities.