Duncan Skiles learned filmmaking in high school while producing a weekly cable access series called "BurritoVision." After moving to NYC, he made dozens of short films for the popular Waverly Films YouTube channel, leading to opportunities directing stand-up specials, commercials, and music videos. His debut feature, IFC Midnight's "The Clovehitch Killer" (2018), married his dry comedic style with a love for minimalist suspense.