Claude Pinoteau
Film director and screenwriter of La Gifle
Born
May 25th, 1925
99 years ago
Died
October 5th, 2012
12 years ago — 87 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
France
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A prominent French film director and screenwriter, primarily noted for contributions to cinema. Directed the acclaimed film 'La Gifle' in 1974, which gained significant popularity and critical attention. Worked on various other projects including 'L'Etudiante', which further established a presence in the French film industry. Collaborated with many notable actors and brought various stories to life on screen, shaping the landscape of French films during the late 20th century.
Directed 'La Gifle' in 1974
Directed 'L'Etudiante' in 1988
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