Personal Info
Known For
Directing
Known Credits
101
Gender
Male
Birthday
1930-01-06
Day of Death
2001-06-05 (71 years old)
Place of Birth
Roma, Lazio, Italia
Also Known As
Al Bradey
Al Bradley
Al Bradly
Albert B. Leonard
Alfonso Brescia
Biography
Alfonso Brescia was an Italian film director and screenwriter, recognized for his work in various genres, including science fiction, peplum, and Spaghetti Westerns. He began his career in the 1960s, directing films such as The Magnificent Gladiator (1964) and The Conqueror of Atlantis (1965). Brescia gained notoriety in the late 1970s for his low-budget science fiction films, often inspired by the success of Star Wars. These films, including War of the Robots (1978) and Star Odyssey (1979), are noted for their imaginative storytelling despite budget constraints. Throughout his career, Brescia directed over 50 films, showcasing his versatility and adaptability to popular cinematic trends.
