Jean-Pierre Jeunet
French film director of Amélie and Delicatessen
Born
September 3rd, 1953
72 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
France
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Born in 1953, a French director, producer, and screenwriter achieved recognition for contributions to the film industry. Early collaborations with Marc Caro included cult classics such as Delicatessen and The City of Lost Children. Later, the film Amélie gained international acclaim, celebrated for its whimsical style and storytelling. Jeunet's distinctive visual aesthetics and narrative techniques have influenced contemporary cinema. His works often explore themes of love, loss, and the surreal aspects of everyday life.
Directed Amélie, winning multiple awards
Collaborated on The City of Lost Children
Co-directed Delicatessen with Marc Caro
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