Born on April 9, 1933, in Neuilly-sur-Seine, France, he became a pivotal figure in the French New Wave cinema. Rising to fame with "Breathless" (1960), he was celebrated for his charismatic screen presence and unconventional looks. Known for performing his own stunts, he starred in classics like "Pierrot le Fou" and "The Professional." His career spanned over five decades, balancing between action roles and dramatic performances. He passed away on September 6, 2021, leaving a lasting legacy in cinema.
BREATHLESS
Breathless is a seminal film in the French New Wave movement, directed by Jean-Luc Godard. It tells the story of a young car thief, Michel, who is on...
PIERROT LE FOU
Pierrot le Fou is a 1965 French film about a bored husband who leaves his family and embarks on a wild, passionate journey with his lover. The film...
THE PROFESSIONAL
The Professional (original title: Le Professionnel) is a French action film starring Jean-Paul Belmondo as Joss Beaumont, a secret agent who is sent...