José Luis López Vázquez
Acting
Born March 12, 1922 · Madrid, Spain
Died November 1, 2009
Also known as Хосе Луис Лопес Васкес · José L. López Vázquez · J. L. López Vázquez
Biography
José Luis López Vázquez originally worked in theater as a costume designer, a scenic designer, and as an assistant director to Pío Ballesteros and Enrique Herreros. In 1946, he switched over to films, with a small role. Originally starring in comic roles, he made the move to drama films in the 1960s, demonstrating his profound aptitude for acting. During his life, he starred in more than 200 movies, filming several full-length films in a year. Although he usually appeared in Spanish films, he occasionally worked on international projects.
Awards & recognition
- Honorary Goya Award · 2005
- Gold Medal of Work Merit · 1997
- Gold Medal of Merit in the Fine Arts · 1985
- Emmy Award
- Espiga de Oro
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- Fotogramas de Plata
- National Theater Prize
- New York Latin ACE Awards
- Premios CEC
- Sant Jordi Prize
- Silver Hugo — Best Actor
Filmography18 titles
El Quijote de Miguel de Cervantes
Placido
The Executioner
National Heritage
Miracles of Thursday
Peppermint Frappé
Cousin Angelica
Everyone Off to Jail
The Fencing Master
National III
Torrente 2: Mission in Marbella
The Garden of Delights
Travels with My Aunt
The Fourth Victim
Long Live the Bride and Groom
Boyfriend in Sight
The Legend of Frenchie King
The Ancines Woods