Directors who died on April 27

Take a focused look at the directors who passed away on April 27. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1980 Mario Bava

  Pioneering Italian film director who significantly influenced the horror and giallo genres, known for his innovative cinematography and...

• 1996 Gilles Grangier

  Prominent French film director who created 55 films between 1943 and 1985, notably working with Jean Gabin and winning awards at...