Gérard Blain

Gérard Blain

Deceased · Born: Oct 23, 1930 · Died: Dec 17, 2000

Personal Details

BornOct 23, 1930 Paris, France
Spouse
  • Marie-Hélène Bauret

    ( Jan 4, 1985 to Dec 17, 2000 )
  • Monique Blain

    ( Sep 22, 1960 to Nov 30, 1966 )
  • Bernadette Lafont

    ( Aug 2, 1956 to Oct 29, 1958 )
  • Estella Blain

    ( Feb 24, 1953 to Jan 24, 1956 )

Biography

Gérard Blain, a French actor and film director of remarkable talent, was born on October 23, 1930, and left an indelible mark on the world of cinema, departing on December 17, 2000.

Throughout his illustrious career, spanning an impressive six decades, Blain appeared in an astonishing sixty films, beginning in 1944 and concluding in the year 2000. Furthermore, he also ventured into directing, guiding the creation of nine films between 1971 and 2000.

One of his most notable achievements was winning the prestigious Golden Leopard award at the 1971 Locarno International Film Festival for his thought-provoking film, The Friends. In addition to his professional accomplishments, Blain's personal life was marked by three marriages, including a brief union with the talented actress Bernadette Lafont.

Gérard Blain's remarkable legacy continues to inspire and captivate audiences to this day, a testament to his enduring impact on the world of cinema.

Career

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1977
The American Friend
The American Friend as Raoul Minot
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1962
Hatari!
Hatari! as Charles 'Chips' Maurey
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1959
The Cousins
The Cousins as Charles
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1958
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1945
Children of Paradise
Children of Paradise as (uncredited)