Chilean-French filmmaker, playwright, and artist known for his avant-garde and surreal style, he gained fame for cult films like "El Topo" and "The Holy Mountain." His work often explores mysticism, spirituality, and the human psyche. Initially trained in mime and theater, he co-founded the Panic Movement, embracing absurdity and shock. He also ventured into comics, notably "The Incal." Beyond cinema, he's recognized for his interest in tarot and psychomagic, blending therapy with performance art.