Director Tinto Brass has died. He made erotic films and took naked actresses to the festival.

Italian director Tinto Brass passed away at the age of 93 in Rome, as confirmed by his family. Known for his controversial erotic films, Brass was born Giovanni Brass in Milan in 1933. He began his film career in the 1960s and is best known for works like 'Caligula' (1979), which faced significant censorship issues. Brass viewed eroticism as a vital form of human expression, particularly in storytelling about women. His provocative promotional tactics, including a controversial appearance at the Venice Film Festival in 1995, sparked legal debates in Italy. Recently honored at the Venice Film Festival, he could not attend due to health issues.