Jean-Loup Dabadie

French journalist and screenwriter for films

Jean-Loup Dabadie - French journalist and screenwriter for films
Born

September 27th, 1938
86 years ago

Died

2020
5 years ago — 82 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

France

Links & References

Contributed significantly to French cinema and journalism through screenwriting and songwriting. Collaborated with renowned filmmakers and artists, creating impactful scripts and texts throughout a prolific career. Worked on films such as 'Les Choses de la Vie' and 'La Gifle', which showcased the evolution of contemporary French storytelling. Also contributed to various magazines and newspapers, providing commentary and insights into cultural and political issues in France.

Wrote screenplays for 'Les Choses de la Vie'

Collaborated on the script for 'La Gifle'

Contributed columns to major French publications

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