Stephen Gaffney ( 1987 -2025 ) was an Irish filmmaker working primarily in the horror and crime genres. Known for his uncompromising style and bleak storytelling, his films often explore the darker sides of human nature and urban life.

He wrote and directed projects including Red Room (2019), Bully (2019), and Class A (2020). His work has been noted for its raw aesthetic, gritty realism, and willingness to push uncomfortable themes, positioning him as a distinctive voice in independent genre filmmaking.