The phrase "enigmatic director" refers to a filmmaker who is mysterious or puzzling in nature. They may possess a secretive or elusive personality, making it difficult to understand their intentions or creative decisions. Full definition
Call Me Lucky Director: Bobcat Goldthwait (USA) Goldthwait is one of the most enigmatic directors working the US indie scene. (screen-space.squarespace.com)
Lost Soul chronicles enigmatic director Richard Stanley's experience on the 1996 remake of The Island of Dr. Moreau. (nerdlocker.com)
Things take an ominous turn when Percival Graves, the enigmatic Director of Magical Security at MACUSA (Magical Congress of the United States of America), casts his suspicions on Newt. (sfgate.com)