Umberto Lenzi

Director

Birthday August 6, 1931

Birth Sign Leo

Birthplace Italy

DEATH DATE Oct 19, 2017 (86)

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About

Director known for his work in various Italian subgenres, including spaghetti westerns, Macarnoi Combat movies, and giallo murder mysteries.

Before Fame

He was born in Massa Marritima and made his directorial debut in 1961 with The Adventure of the Mary Reade.

Trivia

His 1972 film The Man From Deep River was credited with having started the Italian cannibal film genre.

Family Life

He married writer and costume designer Olga Pehar.

Associated With

His 1988 slasher film Nightmare Beach featured Michael Parks as Doc Willet.