João César Monteiro

Director

Birthday February 2, 1939

Birth Sign Aquarius

Birthplace Portugal

DEATH DATE Feb 3, 2003 (64)

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About

Controversial and unique filmmaker who was regarded as one of the most important Portuguese filmmakers.

Before Fame

He studied at the London School of Film Technique prior to starting his successful career.

Trivia

His controversial film Branca de Neve angered many audiences because it was just a black screen with a rich audio track playing in the background.

Family Life

He was 15 years old when he and his family moved to Lisbon.

Associated With

He was born in the same country as director Pedro Costa.