André Weinfeld

Film director and producer, 'A Monkey's Tale'

André Weinfeld - Film director and producer, 'A Monkey's Tale'
Born

April 6th, 1947
77 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

France

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Born in 1947, a French-American director, producer, and screenwriter. Directed films such as 'A Monkey's Tale' and worked on various projects in both French and English cinema. Created documentaries and short films, contributing to the film industry in multiple capacities. Engaged with diverse cinematic themes and styles throughout a prolific career.

Directed 'A Monkey's Tale'

Produced various documentaries

Worked on multiple international film projects

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