Juan Piquer Simón

Juan Piquer Simón was a Spanish filmmaker known for his contributions to the genre of horror and fantasy cinema, particularly during the 1980s. His film 'Mil gritos tiene la noche' is regarded as a classic of Spanish 'fantaterror,' blending slasher elements with a distinctive cultural context. Simón's work often played with the tropes of American horror while incorporating a unique Spanish flavor.