Zach Stein

Biography

Zach Stein is a Washington, D.C.-based director and filmmaker known for developing character-driven stories across the thriller, horror, dark comedy, crime, and drama genres. Born in Gainesville, Virginia in 1997, Stein founded the independent film production company Sforzo Films in 2020 with a focus on creating bold, atmospheric cinema rooted in psychological tension and emotional realism. Drawing inspiration from both classic and contemporary filmmakers, Stein’s work often explores themes of …