Birthdate: February 22, 1900
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Calanda, Spain
Died: July 29, 1983
Luis Buñuel was a Spanish filmmaker renowned for his avant-garde surrealism and political commentary. He collaborated with Salvador Dali on groundbreaking films like Un Chien Andalou and L’Age d’Or, considered the birth of Cinematic surrealism. Buñuel later focused on artful and politically satirical works such as Viridiana, The Exterminating Angel, and The Discreet Charm of the Bourgeoisie, earning critical acclaim. His films received numerous awards, including the Palme d’Or and an Academy Award, alongside prestigious honors like the Career Golden Lion. Seven of his films are featured in Sight & Sound’s top 250 films of all time.
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