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★ Directing
1920 – 1997
· Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
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Active 1948–1997
Hy Averback, born in 1920 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, made significant contributions to cult cinema as both an actor and director. He appeared in Cry Danger (1951), a film that exemplifies the gritty edge of noir, before transitioning to directing with Chamber of Horrors (1966) and The Great Bank Robbery (1969). His work often blends dark humor with thrilling narratives, reflecting the unique sensibilities of the 1960s and 70s exploitation genre. Averback's ability to navigate between acting and directing enriches the cult film landscape.
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Chamber of Horrors
1966
★ 6.5
Director
A one-handed madman (he lost the hand while escaping a hanging) uses various detachable devices as murder weapons to gain revenge on those he believes have wronged him.
Career Highlights
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Filmography
77 credits
1990s
1 credit
1960s
4 credits
1950s
13 credits
1940s
2 credits
Crew Credits
1980s
13 credits
1970s
25 credits
1960s
16 credits
1950s
3 credits