Jean Dewever

Personal Info

Know For

Directing

Gender

Male

Birthday

1927-05-12 (83 years old)

Deathday

2010-11-22

Place of Birth

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

Jean Dewever

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.

Acting

1964

Life Upside Down

as Le maire

1970

Happy He Who Like Ulysses

as Man at the arenas of Arles (uncredited)

Production

1978

Ulysse est revenu

as Screenplay

1978

1962

1971

1971

1962

1973

George Dandin

as Director

1955

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