Léa Fazer

Film director and screenwriter, 'Lola's Journey'

Léa Fazer - Film director and screenwriter, 'Lola's Journey'
Born

April 20th, 1965
60 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Switzerland

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A Swiss film director, screenwriter, and actress, contributions include directing and writing various films in the French language. Featured in notable works such as 'Lola's Journey,' which explores themes of personal discovery and family dynamics. As an actress, participated in several projects, enhancing the narratives of Swiss cinema.

Directed 'Lola's Journey'

Wrote multiple films

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