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Denys Arcand (b. 1941)

Alias:
Denys Arcand, OC

Birthplace:
Deschambault, Quebec, Canada

Born:
June 25, 1941

Biography from TheMovieDB

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.

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Film Performances

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Film Production

Director:
1962  Alone or with Others
1964  Champlain
1964  Samuel de Champlain: Québec 1603
1965  La route de l'Ouest
1965  Montréal un jour d'été
1965  Ville-Marie
1966  Volleyball
1967  Atlantic Parks
1970  Cotton Mill, Treadmill
1972  Dirty Money
1972  Québec: Duplessis and After ...
1973  Réjeanne Padovani
1975  Gina
1976  La lutte des travailleurs d'hôpitaux
1982  Comfort and Indifference
1984  The Crime of Ovide Plouffe
1986  The Decline of the American Empire
1989  Jesus of Montreal
1991  Montreal Stories
1994  Love & Human Remains
1996  Poverty and Other Delights
2000  Stardom
2003  The Barbarian Invasions
2007  Days of Darkness
2014  An Eye for Beauty
2018  The Fall of the American Empire
2023  Testament

Editor:
1962  Alone or with Others
1964  Champlain
1964  Samuel de Champlain: Québec 1603
1965  La route de l'Ouest
1965  Montréal un jour d'été
1965  Ville-Marie
1966  Volleyball
1967  Atlantic Parks
1970  Cotton Mill, Treadmill
1972  Dirty Money
1972  Québec: Duplessis and After ...
1973  Réjeanne Padovani
1975  Gina
1976  La lutte des travailleurs d'hôpitaux
1982  Comfort and Indifference
1984  The Crime of Ovide Plouffe
1986  The Decline of the American Empire
1989  Jesus of Montreal
1991  Montreal Stories
1994  Love & Human Remains
1996  Poverty and Other Delights
2000  Stardom
2003  The Barbarian Invasions
2007  Days of Darkness
2014  An Eye for Beauty
2018  The Fall of the American Empire
2023  Testament

Scenario Writer:
1962  Alone or with Others
1964  Champlain
1964  Samuel de Champlain: Québec 1603
1965  La route de l'Ouest
1965  Montréal un jour d'été
1965  Ville-Marie
1966  Volleyball
1967  Atlantic Parks
1970  Cotton Mill, Treadmill
1972  Dirty Money
1972  Québec: Duplessis and After ...
1973  Réjeanne Padovani
1975  Gina
1976  La lutte des travailleurs d'hôpitaux
1982  Comfort and Indifference
1984  The Crime of Ovide Plouffe
1986  The Decline of the American Empire
1989  Jesus of Montreal
1991  Montreal Stories
1994  Love & Human Remains
1996  Poverty and Other Delights
2000  Stardom
2003  The Barbarian Invasions
2007  Days of Darkness
2014  An Eye for Beauty
2018  The Fall of the American Empire
2023  Testament

Screenplay:
1962  Alone or with Others
1964  Champlain
1964  Samuel de Champlain: Québec 1603
1965  La route de l'Ouest
1965  Montréal un jour d'été
1965  Ville-Marie
1966  Volleyball
1967  Atlantic Parks
1970  Cotton Mill, Treadmill
1972  Dirty Money
1972  Québec: Duplessis and After ...
1973  Réjeanne Padovani
1975  Gina
1976  La lutte des travailleurs d'hôpitaux
1982  Comfort and Indifference
1984  The Crime of Ovide Plouffe
1986  The Decline of the American Empire
1989  Jesus of Montreal
1991  Montreal Stories
1994  Love & Human Remains
1996  Poverty and Other Delights
2000  Stardom
2003  The Barbarian Invasions
2007  Days of Darkness
2014  An Eye for Beauty
2018  The Fall of the American Empire
2023  Testament

Writer:
1962  Alone or with Others
1964  Champlain
1964  Jusqu'au cou
1964  Samuel de Champlain: Québec 1603
1964  Springboard to the Sun
1965  La route de l'Ouest
1965  Montréal un jour d'été
1965  Ville-Marie
1966  Volleyball
1967  Atlantic Parks
1967  Between Sweet and Salt Water
1970  Cotton Mill, Treadmill
1972  Dirty Money
1972  Québec: Duplessis and After ...
1973  Réjeanne Padovani
1975  Gina
1976  La lutte des travailleurs d'hôpitaux
1982  Comfort and Indifference
1984  The Crime of Ovide Plouffe
1986  The Decline of the American Empire
1989  Jesus of Montreal
1991  Montreal Stories
1994  Love & Human Remains
1996  Poverty and Other Delights
2000  Stardom
2003  The Barbarian Invasions
2007  Days of Darkness
2014  An Eye for Beauty
2018  The Fall of the American Empire
2023  Testament

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TV Performances

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TV Production

Writer:
1978  Duplessis

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