León Klimovsky, born in Buenos Aires in 1906, transitioned from dentistry to film, becoming a key figure in Argentine cinema. He directed The Werewolf Versus the Vampire Woman (1971), a hallmark of Spanish horror, and left a mark with Dr. Jekyll vs. the Werewolf (1972) and The Vampires' Night Orgy (1973). Klimovsky's work in the 1960s and 70s reflects the exploitation genre's evolution, showcasing his ability to blend commercial appeal with a distinctive artistic vision.
Dr. Jekyll vs. the Werewolf
Here he comes to swinging seventies' London, seeking a cure to his malady. Unfortunately, he meets Dr. Jekyll who injects him with a serum that turns him into the lascivious killer Mr. Hyde. In his top hat and black cloak, Hyde haunts the fleshpots of Soho, while two gorgeous women fight for possession of his wolfman soul...