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
all 68
Movies 58
self 25
Director 23
TV Shows 10
Writer 6
Voice 1
Narrator 1
Testament (2023)
La plus belle province (2022)
The Fall of the American Empire (2018)
Le prix du paradis (2017)
Kiss Me With All Your Love (2016)
Ti-Mé Show (2015)
An Eye for Beauty (2014)
Les pêcheurs (2013)
Les bobos (2012)
Barney's Version (2010)
En audition avec Simon (2010)
Days of Darkness (2007)
Shooting Star (2005)
Stardom (2000)
Love & Human Remains (1994)
Léolo (1992)
Montreal Stories (1991)
Jesus of Montreal (1989)
The Magical Eye (1989)
Night Zoo (1987)
The Crime of Ovide Plouffe (1984)
Duplessis (1978)
Normande (1975)
Gina (1975)
Réjeanne Padovani (1973)
Québec: Duplessis and After ... (1972)
Dirty Money (1972)
Mon oeil (1971)
Atlantic Parks (1967)
Volleyball (1966)
Ville-Marie (1965)
La route de l'Ouest (1965)
Jusqu'au cou (1964)
Champlain (1964)
Alone or with Others (1962)
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Known ForDirecting
GenderMale
Birthday1941-06-25 (83 years old)
Birth PlaceDeschambault-Grondines, Canada
SiblingsBernard Arcand, Gabriel Arcand
RelativesAdrien Arcand
CitizenshipsCanada
Also Known AsDenys Arcand, OC
AwardsMember of the Royal Canadian Academy of Arts, Companion of the Ordre des arts et des lettres du Québec, Grand Officer of the National Order of Quebec, Knight of the National Order of Quebec, Governor General's Performing Arts Award, Prix Albert-Tessier, European Film Award for Best Non-European Film, Molson Prize, Canada's Walk of Fame, Companion of the Order of Canada, Commandeur des Arts et des Lettres, Canadian Film Award, Canadian Screen Award for Best Screenplay, Legion of Honour
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