James Gunn: Mastering the Way of Direction in Hollywood People like James Gunn are working diligently to provide excellent films of different genres to entertain people. He is one of the finest and creative filmmakers in Hollywood with experience of more than 20 years. Looking at the early stages of his life, he was born in Missouri, USA, and completed his graduation from Jesuit St. Louis University High School in the year 1984. Later, he also obtained a Master's degree in fine arts in the subject of writing from Columbia University.