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Jean Grémillon

film director

1901 (Bayeux, France) – 1959 (Paris)

As a film-director, Grémillon is highly rated by many in the know, and appears ripe for wider recognition. Prévert scripted two of his films; Renaud (who appeared in several) was his favourite among female actors he worked with.

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  • Scroll down for brief filmreference.com essay
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Jean Grémillon knew…

  • Madeleine Renaud
  • Jacques Prévert
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