Tom DeSimone

Often lauded for his contributions to both mainstream and adult cinema, Tom DeSimone was born in 1939 in Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA. His directorial career spanned from 1967 to 2002, during which he worked primarily in the genres of horror, drama, and adult films, gaining recognition for movies like 'Hell Night' and 'Reform School Girls' but also for his groundbreaking adult features produced under the pseudonym Lancer Brooks. While DeSimone never garnered major film festival awards, his work was highly influential in the industry, particularly for its bold exploration of LGBT themes during a more conservative era in Hollywood. Whether he was working within the constraints of mainstream horror or the liberated realm of adult cinema, DeSimone brought a unique vision and daring spirit to every project he undertook.