Jacques Demy
Known For
Directing
Born
June 5, 1931
Died
October 27, 1990 (aged 59)
Birthplace
Pontchâteau, Loire-Atlantique, France
Biography
Jacques Demy (June 5, 1931 – October 27, 1990) was a French director and screenwriter. He appeared in the wake of the French New Wave. His films are well known for their sumptuous look, drawing on Hollywood musicals, fairy tales, jazz, and opera.