Claude Lelouch
French film director and screenwriter
Born
October 30th, 1937
87 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
France
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A prominent figure in French cinema, this individual gained recognition for the film 'A Man and a Woman' released in 1966, which won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival. The film became a symbol of romance and was acclaimed for its cinematography and score. Other celebrated works include 'Le Voyou' and 'Les Uns et les Autres'. This individual also founded the production company Les Films 13, contributing to the French film industry with numerous projects throughout a lengthy career. Awarded an Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film for 'A Man and a Woman', the individual's contributions to cinema have been significant and influential.
Directed 'A Man and a Woman'
Won Palme d'Or at Cannes Film Festival
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