Jean Benoît-Lévy
Born: 1888-04-25 in Paris, Ile-de-France, France
Died: 1959-08-02
Known For: Directing
Biography
Jean Benoît-Lévy was a French film director, producer, and writer, recognized as a pioneer in educational and documentary filmmaking. Throughout his career, he directed over 400 films, focusing on social issues, public health, dance, and art. Notable works include La Maternelle (1933) and La Mort du Cygne (1937). His films often addressed societal themes, contributing significantly to French cinema's development in the early 20th century.
Filmography
1952
- Mr. Lincoln ... (Director)
- La jeune fille aux allumettes ... (Director)
1951
- Le fou de la danse ... (Director)
1939
- Fire in the Straw ... (Director)
1938
- Youth in Revolt ... (Director)
1937
- Ballerina ... (Director)
1936
- Hélène ... (Director)
1934
- Itto ... (Director)
- La federazione delle casse di risparmio dell'Emilia ... (Screenplay)
1933
- Children of Montmartre ... (Director)
1932
- Le chant de la mine et du feu ... (Director)
1931
- Heart of Paris ... (Director)
1930
- The marriage of roses or artificial hybridization ... (Director)
- A Modern Village ... (Director)
- Rose culture ... (Director)
- The House ... (Writer)
- Maternity ... (Director)
- Cabinetmaking ... (Director)
1929
- Peach Skin ... (Director)
1928
- Âmes d'enfants ... (Director)
1927
- Il était une fois trois amis ... (Director)
1922
- Pasteur ... (Director)