Alex Cox
Film director known for 'Repo Man'
Born
December 15th, 1954
70 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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An English film director, screenwriter, actor, non-fiction author, and broadcaster, directed several cult classic films throughout the 1980s and 1990s. Gained recognition with the film 'Repo Man' in 1984, which became a hallmark of punk cinema. Also directed 'Sid and Nancy' in 1986, examining the tumultuous life of Sid Vicious of the Sex Pistols. Involved in various television projects and authored non-fiction works, focusing on cinema and politics.
Directed 'Repo Man' in 1984
Directed 'Sid and Nancy' in 1986
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