Jacques Demy
Born: 1931-06-05
Birthplace: Pontchâteau, Loire-Atlantique, France
Biography
Jacques Demy (June 5, 1931 – October 27, 1990) was a French director and screenwriter. He appeared in the wake of the French New Wave. His films are well known for their sumptuous look, drawing on Hollywood musicals, fairy tales, jazz, and opera.
Known For
The 400 Blows
The Umbrellas of Cherbourg
The Young Girls of Rochefort
Donkey Skin
The Beaches of Agnès
Model Shop
A Room in Town
The Seven Deadly Sins
Lola
Lust
Top Movie Credits
The 400 Blows
Policier (non crédité)
The Young Girls of Rochefort
Writer
Donkey Skin
Lyricist
The Beaches of Agnès
Self (archive footage)
Model Shop
Dialogue
A Room in Town
Director
The Seven Deadly Sins
Screenplay
Lola
Director
Lust
Screenplay