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Director
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Birthplace
Pontchâteau, Loire-Atlantique, France
Height
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Nationality
Languages
French
Spouse
Agnès Varda (1962-1990)
Children
1 child: Mathieu Demy
Education
École nationale supérieure Louis-Lumière
Zodiac Sign
♊ Gemini
Chinese Zodiac
羊 Goat
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Jacques Demy is known for directing.
Born in Pontchâteau, Loire-Atlantique, France (died at age 59).
2 awards including Louis Delluc Prize.
Jacques Demy has 15 credits in our database.
Studied at Array.
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Filmography (15)
The Young Girls Turn 25
Film
The Turning Table
Director, Writer
Trois places pour le 26
Director, Writer
Parking
Director, Writer
A Room in Town
Director, Writer
Break of Day
Director, Writer
Lady Oscar
Director, Writer
The Pied Piper
Director, Writer
Model Shop
Director, Writer, Producer
Bay of Angels
Director, Writer
AWARDS (5)
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Palme d'Or
1964
WON
G
Screen Actors Guild Awards
Palme d'Or
1964
WON
B
Louis Delluc Prize
1963
WON
G
BAFTA Award for Best Film
WON
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.
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How old was Jacques Demy?
Jacques Demy was born on and passed away on at the age of 59.
Where was Jacques Demy born?
Jacques Demy was born in Pontchâteau, Loire-Atlantique, France.
What movies or shows has Jacques Demy been in?
Jacques Demy has 15 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Young Girls Turn 25 (1993), The Turning Table (1988), Trois places pour le 26 (1988), Parking (1985), A Room in Town (1982).
What is Jacques Demy known for?
Jacques Demy is primarily known as a director. Jacques Demy (June 5, 1931 – October 27, 1990) was a French director and screenwriter. He appeared in the wake of the French New Wave.…
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