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

Holy Motors
Fracas
The Stranger
Going and Coming Back
Hitler in Hollywood
The Lovers on the Bridge
The Emperor of Paris
Tokyo!
The Night Eats the World
My Little Princess

Top Movie Credits

Holy Motors Mr. Oscar / Banker / Beggar / Father / Accordionist / Killer
Fracas Writer
Going and Coming Back Simon Lerner's patient
Tokyo! Merde' (segment "Merde")