Fernando Delgado facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Fernando Delgado
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| Born | 25 January 1891 |
| Died | 25 December 1950 |
| Occupation | Director, Screenwriter, Actor |
| Years active | 1911–1947(film) |
Fernando Delgado (born in 1891, died in 1950) was a talented Spanish artist. He was known for being an actor, a writer for movies (a screenwriter), and a director who made films.
About Fernando Delgado
Fernando Delgado was born in Madrid, Spain, on January 25, 1891. He grew up to become a very important person in the early days of Spanish cinema. He worked in movies for many years, from 1911 to 1947.
His Work in Films
Fernando Delgado had many roles in the film industry. He acted in movies, helping to bring characters to life. He also wrote stories for films as a screenwriter. This meant he created the scripts and dialogue that actors would use.
But his main role was as a film director. A director is like the captain of a ship. They guide the entire movie-making process. Fernando Delgado directed many different types of films. These included documentaries, which show real-life events. He also directed feature films, which are longer story movies.
One of his famous films was Currito of the Cross. This movie was made in 1936. It was a drama about bullfighting.
Family Connection
Fernando Delgado's talent for filmmaking continued in his family. His son, Luis María Delgado, also became a film director.
Selected Films
Here are some of the movies Fernando Delgado directed:
- Currito of the Cross (1936)
- La gitanilla (1940)
- Fortunato (1942)
See also
In Spanish: Fernando Delgado de Lara para niños
