Antonio Banderas

Antonio Banderas (born August 10, 1960) is a Spanish actor and director known for his work in a variety of film genres. He has garnered several awards and nominations throughout his career, including a Cannes Film Festival Award and a European Film Award. Banderas made his film debut in Pedro Almodóvar's Labyrinth of Passion (1982) and has since collaborated frequently with the director on films such as Matador (1986), Law of Desire (1987), and The Skin I Live In (2011). He received critical acclaim for his role in Almodóvar's Pain and Glory (2019), earning accolades such as the Cannes Film Festival Award and Goya Award. Banderas is also well-known for his performances in films such as Philadelphia (1993) and Interview with the Vampire.