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Jean Dewever

Known for

Directing

Born

May 12, 1927

Birthplace

Lille, Nord, Nord-Pas-de-Calais, France

Died

November 22, 2010 (aged 83)

Biography

Jean Dewever was a French film director and screenwriter active from the 1950s to the 1970s. He directed films such as Les Honneurs de la guerre (1961), which was entered into the 11th Berlin International Film Festival. Dewever's work often delved into human relationships and societal issues, characterized by their thoughtful storytelling and character development. His contributions to French cinema reflect a commitment to exploring complex themes with sensitivity and depth.

Best known work

Happy He Who Like Ulysses
Happy He Who Like Ulysses
1970
Life Upside Down
Life Upside Down
1964
The Killing Game
The Killing Game
1967
The Honors of War
The Honors of War
1962
Les Jambes en l'air
Les Jambes en l'air
1971
La Crise du logement
La Crise du logement
1955
Salle 8
Salle 8
1967
Allô Police
Allô Police
1966
« Allô police » Retour à l'envoyeur
« Allô police » Retour à l'envoyeur
1970
Ulysse est revenu
Ulysse est revenu
1978

Filmography

  1. 1978

    Ulysse est revenu

    Director, Screenplay

  2. 1973

  3. 1971

    Les Jambes en l'air

    Director, Writer

  4. 1970

  5. 1970

    Happy He Who Like Ulysses

    as Man at the arenas of Arles (uncredited)

  6. 1967

  7. 1967

    Salle 8TV

    Director

  8. 1966

    Allô PoliceTV

    Creator

  9. 1964

    Life Upside Down

    as Le maire

  10. 1962

    The Honors of War

    Director, Writer

  11. 1955

    La Crise du logement

    Director, Writer

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