Niels Arestrup

French actor and director in film

Niels Arestrup - French actor and director in film
Born

February 8th, 1949
76 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

France

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A prominent figure in French cinema, this individual has had a prolific career as an actor, director, and screenwriter. Starting in the 1970s, involvement in various theater productions laid the foundation for a successful transition to film. Landmark performances occurred in films like "The Beat That My Heart Skipped" and "The Minister". Directorial work includes the critically acclaimed film "Rapt", showcasing a talent for storytelling across genres. The ability to portray complex characters has garnered recognition within the film industry.

Performed in 'The Beat That My Heart Skipped'

Directed 'Rapt'

Acted in 'The Minister'

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