Narciso Ibáñez Serrador filmmaker, recognized as one of the driving forces within the horror genre in Spain and our country, He died Friday at the 83 years, in the city of Madrid.

Born in the Uruguayan city of Montevideo, "Chicho" -who had been admitted this Friday- He was the only son remembered Narciso Ibáñez Menta and actress Pepita Serrador.

His vocation for cinema and letters arose very early in the life of Ibáñez Serrador, product plus a enfermad who suffered from very small.

As for his role as an actor, It began in the 50s in Spain, time joined the company of his mother. His success began in 1957 When he returned with his family to Argentina and began working in television, theater and radio.

In our country also he developed a successful career as a writer and scriptwriter, signing his works under the pseudonym of Luis Peñafiel.

Later, Many of these scripts and librettos took them to Spain, in 1963, where in submitting its production. In that context, were born products well received by audiences and critics as "Tomorrow may be true" or "History of Saint Michel". But nevertheless, the highest recognition came with "Histories not to sleep", of 1966.

During his career he received many awards and distinctions, where the National Television Award highlights, Great Teacher Award of Night Waves Festival and the Best Program (by "Let's talk about sex"). This year was awarded the Goya of Honor.