Juan García Atienza

Personal Info

Known For Director

Birthday 1930-07-18

Deathday 2011-06-16 (80 years old)

Place of Birth Valencia, Spain

Juan García Atienza

Biography

Juan García Atienza was a multifaceted Spanish writer, filmmaker, and researcher renowned for his contributions to literature and cinema. He earned a degree in Romance Philology from the Complutense University of Madrid, where he also pursued studies in cinematography. Atienza began his career as a film critic for various specialized magazines, which led to his involvement in the film industry as a screenwriter, assistant director, and producer. He directed several short films and the feature film Los dinamiteros (1964), a comedy inspired by Italian neorealism. In the 1970s, Atienza shifted his focus to writing, producing over 50 books that delve into historical and anthropological themes, particularly exploring the mysteries of the Middle Ages and the legacy of the Knights Templar. His seminal work, Guía de la España mágica (1981), is considered a cornerstone in the study of Spain's mystical heritage.

Known For

Director

1972
Los Paladines

as Director

1964
Los dinamiteros

as Director

1962
Salto mortal

as Assistant Director

1961
Goliath Against the Giants

as First Assistant Director

1960
Días de feria

as Assistant Director

1959
Juego de niños

as Assistant Director

1958
Carlota

as Assistant Director

1958
El inquilino

as Script Supervisor

1957
Susanna and Me

as Assistant Director

1957
Susanna and Me

as Script Supervisor

1957
Polvorilla

as Assistant Director

Writer

1966
El Greco

as Writer

1964
Los dinamiteros

as Writer

1963
El turista

as Story