King of New York
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Abel Ferrara ([ferˈraːra]; born July 19, 1951) [1] is an American filmmaker, known for the provocative and often controversial content in his movies and his use and redefinition of neo-noir imagery.
Abel Ferrara is a New York-born filmmaker who has made violent exploitation films, cult classics and controversial dramas. He has worked with actors like Christopher Walken, Harvey Keitel and Willem Dafoe, and has lived in Italy since 2001.
- January 1, 1
- 1.74 m
- The Bronx, New York, USA
Learn about the life and career of Abel Ferrara, a controversial director of violent and gritty films set in New York City. Find out his trademarks, trivia, quotes and more on IMDb.
- July 19, 1951
Oct 8, 2020 · The 'King of New York' director talks to The Independent about his new film, his sobriety, and his views on the current US political scene. He also reveals why he left his native city and why he thinks vampires live forever.
- 'The Hawks and the Sparrows' (1966) Director: Pier Paolo Pasolini. A working-class father (Totò) and his son (Ninetto Davoli) embark on a journey through the Italian countryside.
- 'Prison' (1949) Director: Ingmar Bergman. The legendary Ingmar Bergman gets meta with this early work, crafting a borderline surreal drama about the filmmaking process.
- 'Zero for Conduct' (1933) Director: Jean Vigo. At a strict and oppressive boarding school, a group of young boys finally have had enough. Fed up with the stultifying conditions, they decide to revolt and stage a rebellion.
- 'The Devils' (1971) Director: Ken Russell. Almost as controversial as Salò, The Devils is a historical horror-drama set in 17th-century France and inspired by real events.
Sep 11, 2015 · Explore the dark and dangerous filmography of the brilliant American director, starring Willem Dafoe as Pasolini. From Ms. 45 to New Rose Hotel, discover his themes of urban grit, addiction, redemption and metatextuality.
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Nov 25, 2021 · A list of the most essential films by the controversial and brilliant American director Abel Ferrara, who has been making movies for nearly half a century. From his early exploitation classics to his recent apocalyptic visions, Ferrara explores the dark and depraved sides of modern America.
