Jacques Godbout
Canadian journalist and author
Born
November 27th, 1933
91 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Canada
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A prominent journalist, author, director, and screenwriter contributed significantly to Canadian literature and media. In the realm of journalism, focused on covering cultural and social issues, shaping public discourse through thought-provoking articles. As a screenwriter and director, created works that reflect the complexities of human experiences, adding depth to Canadian cinema. Authored several books, gaining recognition for insightful commentaries on society and culture.
Directed the film 'La vraie nature'
Wrote the book 'Le Déclin de l'Empire américain'
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