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
Tribute to Zgougou the Cat
The 400 Blows
The Umbrellas of Cherbourg
The Young Girls of Rochefort
A Room in Town
The Seven Deadly Sins
Donkey Skin
Ars
Lola
Viva Varda!
Top Movie Credits
The 400 Blows
Policier (non crédité)
The Young Girls of Rochefort
Writer
A Room in Town
Director
The Seven Deadly Sins
Screenplay
Donkey Skin
Lyricist
Ars
Writer
Lola
Director
Viva Varda!
Self (archive footage)