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Georges Franju ( French: [fʁɑ̃ʒy]; 12 April 1912 – 5 November 1987) was a French filmmaker. He was born in Fougères, Ille-et-Vilaine. [1] Biography. Early life. Before working in French cinema, Franju held several different jobs. These included working for an insurance company and a noodle factory.
Georges Franju is a figure of immense importance in the history of French cinema, not primarily for his films (exceptional though many of these are) but for being the co-founder, with Henri Langlois, of the Cinematheque Française in 1937--France's most famous and important film archive.
Georges Franju (born April 12, 1912, Fougères, France—died Nov. 5, 1987, Paris) was a French motion-picture director noted for his short documentary films. In 1932 Franju found work on the sets of Paris music halls while he studied theatre decor. Franju met Henri Langlois in 1934.
Georges Franju est un réalisateur français, né le 12 avril 1912 à Fougères et mort le 5 novembre 1987 dans le 16e arrondissement de Paris . Biographie. Né en 1912, il exerce différents métiers dont décorateur de théâtre, mais surtout rencontre en 1934 Henri Langlois, passionné de cinéma comme lui.
Georges Franju was a French filmmaker known for his unique style and his ability to blend horror, fantasy, and realism in his films. Overall, Franju’s films are marked by their inventive storytelling, striking visuals, and their ability to explore complex themes with depth and sensitivity.
An in-depth biography of the film director and writer Georges Franju, and a complete list of the artist's films, with links to movie reviews.
Nov 7, 1987 · Georges Franju, a French film director and co-founder of the Cinematheque Francaise, died on Thursday in Paris. He was 75 years old.
