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| Tom Six was born in Alkmaar, Noord-Holland, in the Netherlands on August 29, 1973(citation needed). Six was heavily influenced by a number of films released during his upbringing, such as Pier Paolo Pasolini's 1975 film '']''. Six has stated that ''Salò'' is the sickest film he has ever seen.<ref>{{cite web|title=The Human Centipede - Tom Six interview|url=http://www.indielondon.co.uk/Film-Review/the-human-centipede-tom-six-interview|publisher=Indie London|accessdate=28 November 2011}}</ref> | Tom Six was born in Alkmaar, Noord-Holland, in the Netherlands on August 29, 1973(citation needed). Six was heavily influenced by a number of films released during his upbringing, such as Pier Paolo Pasolini's 1975 film '']''. Six has stated that ''Salò'' is the sickest film he has ever seen.<ref>{{cite web|title=The Human Centipede - Tom Six interview|url=http://www.indielondon.co.uk/Film-Review/the-human-centipede-tom-six-interview|publisher=Indie London|accessdate=28 November 2011}}</ref> | ||
| Tom Six is a decadent ]{{citation needed|date=October 2013}}. He is obsessed by clothing and style. He hates mediocracy, jeans, physical activity, environment friendliness and obsessive healthy lifestyle. His famous quote is: "an unhealthy mind in an unhealthy body".{{citation needed|date=October 2013}} | |||
| His own style consists of bespoke, light colored, linen suits, pocket squares of his girlfriend's lace panties, silk ties, silk suspenders, panama hats, walking canes and aviator sunglasses. But also in his lifestyle he is a true dandy{{citation needed|date=October 2013}}. His favourite movement is the decadent movement of the late 19th century, which is characterised by excess, decay and black romance. He is inspired by characters such as: Sebastian Horsley, Gabrielle d'annunzio and the Marquis de Sade. His favourite book is "]" by J.K. ], which is considered the bible of this period. Other favourite books are: "]" by ] and "]" by ]. | |||
| ==Career== | ==Career== | ||
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| Born | (1973-08-29) August 29, 1973 (age 51) Alkmaar, Noord-Holland, Netherlands |
| Occupation(s) | Television director, filmmaker |
| Years active | 2004–present |
Tom Six is a Dutch filmmaker known for his body horror films, The Human Centipede (First Sequence), The Human Centipede 2 (Full Sequence) and The Human Centipede 3 (Final Sequence) .
Personal
Tom Six was born in Alkmaar, Noord-Holland, in the Netherlands on August 29, 1973(citation needed). Six was heavily influenced by a number of films released during his upbringing, such as Pier Paolo Pasolini's 1975 film Salò, or the 120 Days of Sodom. Six has stated that Salò is the sickest film he has ever seen. Tom Six is a decadent dandy. He is obsessed by clothing and style. He hates mediocracy, jeans, physical activity, environment friendliness and obsessive healthy lifestyle. His famous quote is: "an unhealthy mind in an unhealthy body". His own style consists of bespoke, light colored, linen suits, pocket squares of his girlfriend's lace panties, silk ties, silk suspenders, panama hats, walking canes and aviator sunglasses. But also in his lifestyle he is a true dandy. His favourite movement is the decadent movement of the late 19th century, which is characterised by excess, decay and black romance. He is inspired by characters such as: Sebastian Horsley, Gabrielle d'annunzio and the Marquis de Sade. His favourite book is "Á Rebours" by J.K. Huysmans, which is considered the bible of this period. Other favourite books are: "Naked Lunch" by William S. Burroughs and "Dandy in the Underworld" by Sebastian Horsley.
Career
Tom Six began his directoral career in television, at Endemol, a Dutch production company notable for creating Big Brother. As a result of Six's role in Big Brother, he traveled around, teaching other directors the concept of 24-hour filming. However, citing an interest to make his own films, Six eventually started a company with his sister, where he wrote and directed such films as Gay in Amsterdam, Honeyz and I Love Dries (about the aspiring Dutch singer Dries Roelvink).
Tom Six's fame is unarguably his involvement in the infamousThe Human Centipede franchise. Although met with mixed reviews and reactions, The Human Centipede garnered widespread attention. The first film's success gave Six the flexibility he needed to work on a sequel, The Human Centipede 2 (Full Sequence). Six has stated that he always intended to create a trilogy. He made the first film to get viewers comfortable with the idea of the Human Centipede. The second film he wanted to hold nothing back. Both the controversial content of the first film and the second's brutal depictions of sexual violence have generated controversy. In the United Kingdom, the BBFC declined to issue an 18 certificate for The Human Centipede 2 (Full Sequence), highlighting the antagonist's "total degradation, humiliation, mutilation, torture, and murder of his naked victims". Six then submitted a new cut with two minutes and 37 seconds removed and received the 18 certificate. Six responded with mixed feelings. On one hand he was devastated that he had to cut his film, on the other hand, the decision of the BBFC gained a lot of press and notoriety. About cutting the film he sais: "I'm totally against cutting films. Film is an art form and The Human Centipede 2 is made for a horror audience. It's like I made a comedy and they take out all the good jokes."
Six is currently working on The Human Centipede 3 (Final Sequence). His idea was that the three films can be connected so it will make one long film. Part 2 begins where part 1 ended, and part 3 will begin where part 2 ended, therefore the three films together will make a centipede. Part 3 will go back to the original idea of Tom Six's Human Centipede concept, which is to use this method as an ideal punishment for criminals.
Tom Six is a misanthrope. He believes that mankind is evil.
Besides the Human Centipede 3, Tom Six is currently working on his next project: "The Onania Club".
Tom Six is also an artist. His paintings symbolises his philosophy on life. As well as in his films, his art is original and a little shocking. His paintings can be found on his website: Paintfarts by Tom Six
References
- "The Human Centipede - Tom Six interview". Indie London. Retrieved 28 November 2011.
- Template:Nl Brummelen, Peter van (October 21, 2008). "I love Dries een film voor frituurliefhebbers". Het Parool. Retrieved November 01, 2011.
{{cite news}}: Check date values in:|accessdate=(help) - Shoard, Catherine (June 6, 2011). "The Human Centipede sequel just too horrible to show, says BBFC". The Guardian. Retrieved November 01, 2011.
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