Born in 1952 in Paris, France, he is a celebrated film director and screenwriter known for his impactful storytelling and character-driven narratives. Initially working as a screenwriter, he transitioned to directing with his debut film "Regarde les hommes tomber" in 1994. His works often explore themes of identity and redemption. Notable films include "A Prophet," "Rust and Bone," and "Dheepan," the latter earning the Palme d'Or at Cannes in 2015. His distinctive style continues to influence contemporary cinema.
RUST AND BONE
Rust and Bone is a gripping drama about the unlikely bond between a struggling single father and a beautiful killer whale trainer who loses her legs...
THE SISTERS BROTHERS
The Sisters Brothers follows two assassin brothers, Eli and Charlie Sisters, as they chase a gold prospector in the 1850s. Along the way, they...
DHEEPAN
Dheepan follows a Tamil fighter who flees civil conflict with a wife and daughter, adopting a new life as a caregiver in a rough Paris suburb. The...
A PROPHET
A Prophet is a gripping French crime drama that follows Malik El Djebena, a young Arab man who rises through the ranks of a French prison hierarchy....
THE BEAT THAT MY HEART SKIPPED
The Beat That My Heart Skipped is a French drama film about a young man torn between his criminal past and his desire to become a concert pianist. As...
UN PROPHETE
Un Prophete is a gripping crime drama that tells the story of Malik El Djebena, a young French-Algerian man who is sentenced to six years in a brutal...