Armando Bo

An innovative force in Argentine cinema, Armando Bo was born in 1914 in Buenos Aires, Argentina. He was an active film director from the 1950s until the 1980s, primarily working in the genres of drama and sexploitation, with his most famous films being "Fuego" (1969) and "Carne" (1968). Despite controversy, his work garnered recognition, including a win at the Mar del Plata Film Festival, and his authorial style was marked by an exploration of lust and desire, often pushing the boundaries of societal norms. Beyond the artistic persona, Armando Bo embodied a relentless drive to challenge and provoke, forever leaving an indelible mark on the landscape of Argentine cinema.