Denis Lavant
Born: 1961-06-17
Birthplace: Neuilly-sur-Seine, Hauts-de-Seine, France
Biography
Denis Lavant (born June 17, 1961) is a French film actor known for his distinctive face and the physically demanding aspects of the roles he plays, which often involve slapstick, acrobatics or dance, as well as for his long-standing association with director Leos Carax. Lavant has played the lead role in all but one of Carax's films.
Lavant is also known for his starring roles in Claire Denis' Beau Travail and Harmony Korine's Mister Lonely, which features Carax in a supporting role.
Known For
Fracas
Holy Motors
The Stranger
Going and Coming Back
Hotel Fantasma
Beau Travail
Hitler in Hollywood
The Emperor of Paris
The Lovers on the Bridge
Pitchipoï
Top Movie Credits
Fracas
Writer
Holy Motors
Mr. Oscar / Banker / Beggar / Father / Accordionist / Killer
The Stranger
Salamano
Going and Coming Back
Simon Lerner's patient
Beau Travail
Galoup
Hitler in Hollywood
Denis Lavant
The Emperor of Paris
Maillard
Pitchipoï
Pierre Schulmann