Birthdate: May 12, 1930
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Málaga, Spain
Died: April 2, 2013
Jesús Franco, also known as Jess Franco, was a prolific Spanish filmmaker, composer, and actor who created over 173 feature films across different genres. His work, particularly in horror and erotic films with surrealistic elements, was renowned. Franco filmed in several countries, including Spain, France, Germany, Switzerland, and Portugal, and also worked in locations like Rio de Janeiro and Istanbul. Despite mixed reviews, his unique visual style and unconventional filmmaking techniques attracted a dedicated cult following, establishing him as an important figure in exploitation cinema history.
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