Benito Perojo facts for kids
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Benito Perojo
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Benito Perojo González
14 June 1894 Madrid, Spain
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| Died | 11 November 1974 (aged 80) Madrid, Spain
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| Years active | 1926–1971 |
| Spouse(s) | Carmen Carreras Torres |
| Children | Carmen Perojo Carreras |
| Awards | Order of Civil Merit Grand Cross |
Benito Perojo González (born in Madrid, Spain, on June 14, 1894 – died in Madrid, Spain, on November 11, 1974) was a very successful Spanish film director and film producer. He helped create many movies during his long career.
About Benito Perojo
Benito Perojo was the son of José Perojo Figueras and Ana Cortina Fuentes. His father, José, was a journalist and politician who came from Cuba.
Benito Perojo was recognized for his work. On July 18, 1966, he received a special award called the Grand Cross of the Order of Civil Merit. This award is given to people who have done great things for their country.
He passed away in Madrid when he was 80 years old. He is remembered for his many contributions to Spanish cinema.
Films by Benito Perojo
Benito Perojo worked on many films. He was known for both directing and producing movies. A director guides the actors and crew to make a film. A producer helps manage the money and overall creation of the movie.
As a Director
Here are some of the films Benito Perojo directed:
- Malvaloca (1926)
- Restless Hearts (1928)
- La bodega (1929)
- The Charm of Seville (1931)
- Fog (1932)
- The Man Who Laughed at Love (1933)
- World Crisis (1934)
- Paloma Fair (1935)
- Bound for Cairo (1935)
- The Barber of Seville (1938)
- Mariquilla Terremoto (1938)
- Suspiros de España (1938)
- La última Falla (1940)
- The Reluctant Hero (1941)
- Goyescas (1942)
- La Casta Susana (1944)
- Seven Women (1944)
- Los majos de Cádiz (1946)
- The Songstress (1946)
- La copla de la Dolores (1947)
- White Horse Inn (1948)
- Melancholic Autumn (1958, producer)
As a Producer
Benito Perojo also produced these films:
- The Adventures of Gil Blas (1956)
- The Fair of the Dove (1963)
See also
In Spanish: Benito Perojo para niños
