Born in 1922, he was an American film director known for his distinctive style of sexploitation films. He began his career as a combat photographer during World War II, which influenced his dynamic visual style. In the 1950s, he transitioned to filmmaking, gaining fame with his bold, low-budget films that celebrated female empowerment and sexuality. His most notable works include "Faster, Pussycat! Kill! Kill!" and "Beyond the Valley of the Dolls." He passed away in 2004, leaving a lasting impact on cult cinema.