Jean Benoît-Lévy

Personal Info

Know For

Directing

Gender

Male

Birthday

1888-04-25 (71 years old)

Deathday

1959-08-02

Place of Birth

Paris, Ile-de-France, France

Jean Benoît-Lévy

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.

Production

1933

1922

Pasteur

as Director

1937

Ballerina

as Director

1929

Peach Skin

as Director

1934

Itto

as Director

1936

Hélène

as Director

1931

Heart of Paris

as Director

1930

A Modern Village

as Director

1930

Cabinetmaking

as Director

1930

Rose culture

as Director

1929

Peach Skin

as Producer

1939

1938

Youth in Revolt

as Director

1930

Maternity

as Director

1931

1936

Hélène

as Writer

1937

Ballerina

as Writer

1927

Âmes d'enfants

as Director

1939

1930

The House

as Writer

1930

The House

as Director

1952

Mr. Lincoln

as Director

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