Leos Carax

French film director and screenwriter

Leos Carax - French film director and screenwriter
Born

November 22nd, 1960
64 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

France

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An influential French film director and screenwriter, prominent in the 1980s and beyond. Gained recognition for a unique visual style and innovative storytelling. Directed the film 'Les Amants du Pont-Neuf,' which showcased Paris through a romantic narrative. His works often feature themes of love, loss, and existentialism, with a focus on challenging traditional cinematic conventions.

Directed 'Les Amants du Pont-Neuf'

Directed 'Holy Motors'

Wrote and directed 'Mauvais Sang'

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