Jorge Fons

Mexican film director and screenwriter

Jorge Fons - Mexican film director and screenwriter
Born

April 23rd, 1939
85 years ago

Died

2022
3 years ago — 83 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Mexico

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A prominent director and screenwriter, contributions to Mexican cinema include acclaimed works that reflect social and political themes. Fons directed the film 'Los setting '83' and 'Días de invierno', which garnered attention for their storytelling and deep character development. The body of work encompasses various genres, demonstrating a consistent engagement with Mexican culture and society. Fons also contributed to the development of television dramas, shaping the narrative style of the medium in Mexico.

Directed the film 'Los setting '83'

Created the series 'Días de invierno'

Influenced Mexican television narratives

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