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Zora Kerova in Cannibal Ferox (1981)

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Zora Kerova

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  • Born
    August 11, 1950 · Prague, Czechoslovakia [now Czech Republic]
  • Birth name
    Zora Ulla Keslerová

Biography

    • Zora Ulla Keslerová (known professionally as Zora Kerova) is a Slovak-born actress recognized for her work in European exploitation cinema, particularly throughout the 1970s and 1980s. Raised in what was then Czechoslovakia, she studied acting and dance before launching her career in the entertainment industry.

      Kerova began her screen career in Italy, where she quickly became associated with genre films, often appearing in horror, thriller, and erotic dramas that were in high demand during the period. She gained early attention with roles in Italian and Czech productions, including collaborations with directors such as Ruggero Deodato and Lucio Fulci. Among her most noted appearances are roles in Cannibal Ferox, Anthropophagus, and House on the Edge of the Park, where she often portrayed characters in extreme and emotionally demanding scenarios. While much of her work was categorized as cult cinema, her performances were frequently marked by intensity and physical commitment.

      Beyond acting, Kerova also briefly worked as a producer during the latter stages of her career and made selective appearances in films into the early 2000s. Her contributions to Italian exploitation and horror cinema have earned her recognition among genre enthusiasts, with her roles continuing to appear in retrospectives and cult film discussions.

      Kerova's legacy rests in her enduring association with an era of boundary-pushing European filmmaking. She remains a prominent figure among fans of cult and exploitation cinema, often cited for her memorable screen presence in some of the genre's most notorious works.
      - IMDb mini biography by: Angel

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  • Spouse
      Petr Hapka(1981 - 1997) (divorced, 1 child)

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  • She didn't have to audition for her role in Lucio Fulci's The New York Ripper (1982). She was at her home in Prague, Czechoslovakia, when she received a phone call from the producers and was hired on the spot. It wasn't until she arrived on the set and saw the script that she realized why it was done that way.
  • Mother of Petra Keslerova.

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