Personal Info
Known For
Directing
Birthdate
1941-06-25 (Age: 85)
Place of Birth
Deschambault, Quebec, Canada
Denys Arcand
Biography
Georges-Henri Denys Arcand CC GOQ (born June 25, 1941) is a French-Canadian film director, screenwriter and producer based in Montreal, who crafts deeply personal and thought-provoking films, earning international acclaim. His career began with features like "Une Maudite Galette" (1972) and "Gina" (1975), exploring diverse narratives. "The Decline of the American Empire" (1986) depicted Quebecois intellectuals tackling issues of sexuality, success, and intimacy, winning critical acclaim, nine Genies, and a Cannes Fipresci prize. "Jesus of Montreal" delved into the lives of Montreal artists portraying biblical figures, blending day-to-day struggles with religious performances. Arcand's film "Stardom" satirized fame, closing Cannes 2000 and opening TIFF, a rare honour for Canadian cinema. "The Barbarian Invasions," a sequel to his earlier work, earned Arcand an Oscar, Cannes prizes, French Cesars, and Quebec Jutra awards, solidifying his cinematic legacy.
Filmography (32)
À la lumière du soir
2025
Good Men
2024
At the End of Nothing at All
2024
Forgotten Flowers
2019
Le cri du rhinocéros
2018
Le prix du paradis
2017
Kiss Me With All Your Love
2016Stealing Alice
2016
The Private Life of Cinema
2011
Barney's Version
2010
From Office to Box-Office
2009
Achieving the Unachievable
2007
Rebels with a Camera
2006
Shooting Star
2005
