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Jan Kounen is known for directing.
Born in Utrecht, Netherlands (age 61).
Recipient of the Knight of the National Order of Merit.
Jan Kounen has 11 credits in our database.
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Biography
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Jan Kounen (born 2 May 1964, Utrecht, Netherlands) is a Dutch-born French film director and producer. In France, he is mostly known for his films Dobermann (1997), Blueberry, l'experience secrete (2004) and 99 francs (2007).
Outside of France, he is rather known for his interest in Shipibo-Conibo culture and shamanism, with which he became familiar during his trips to Mexico and Peru, and for some music videos. Most noticeable are the four videos he did for the English pop group Erasure in the 1990s (including three for the project Abba-esque) :
Lay all your love on me (1992)
Voulez-vous (1992)
S.O.S. (1992)
Always (1994)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Jan Kounen?
Jan Kounen is 61 years old, born on .
Where was Jan Kounen born?
Jan Kounen was born in Utrecht, Netherlands.
What movies or shows has Jan Kounen been in?
Jan Kounen has 11 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Shrinking Man (2025), Vape Wave (2016), Flight of the Storks (2013), The Players (2012), Coco Chanel & Igor Stravinsky (2009).
What is Jan Kounen known for?
Jan Kounen is primarily known as a director. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Jan Kounen (born 2 May 1964, Utrecht, Netherlands) is a Dutch-born French film director and producer. In France, he is…
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