Walter Hugo Khouri, a celebrated and accomplished filmmaker, was born in the vibrant city of São Paulo, Brazil, in the year 1929, thus commencing a remarkable career that would span an impressive period of over five decades, characterized by numerous milestones and achievements.
Before venturing into the realm of direction, Khouri meticulously refined his craft by serving as a technician at the prestigious Vera Cruz Film Company, where he played a pivotal role in the production of the highly acclaimed film "O Cangaceiro", a cinematic masterpiece that garnered widespread recognition and acclaim.