Jean Grémillon
French director and screenwriter
Born
October 3rd, 1901
123 years ago
Died
1959
66 years ago — 58 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
France
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Born in France, focused on filmmaking in the 20th century. Directed notable films including 'Lumière d'été' and 'Le ciel est à vous'. Worked in various capacities in the French film industry as a director, composer, and screenwriter. Contributed significantly to the development of French cinema during and after World War II. Influenced later generations of filmmakers with innovative narrative techniques and visual style.
Directed 'Lumière d'été'
Directed 'Le ciel est à vous'
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