Eugène Lourié - Actor Profile

Eugène Lourié

Art
Updated: Apr 11, 2026
1Total Films
5.9 Highest Rated
Born: Apr 8, 1903
Birth Place: Kharkov, Russian Empire [now Kharkiv, Ukraine]

About Eugène Lourié

Eugène Lourié (1903 - 26 May 1991) was a French film director, art director, production designer, set designer and screenwriter who was known for his collaborations with Jean Renoir and for his 1950s science fiction movies. Allmovie contributor, Sandra Brennan, has wrote that he was "among the best art directors in French cinema." He was nominated for an Academy Award in 1969 for best visual effects on the film Krakatoa, East of Java. Description above from the Wikipedia article Eugène Lourié, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

Eugène Lourié Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Eugène Lourié reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 1 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Eugène Lourié's work falls within the Romance genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 0% of Eugène Lourié's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Breathless, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Eugène Lourié Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Eugène Lourié's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Eugène Lourié has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1983 Breathless Dr. Boudreaux Average Similar →

Eugène Lourié - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Eugène Lourié?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Eugène Lourié is "Breathless" with a rating of 5.9/10.

How many movies has Eugène Lourié acted in?

Eugène Lourié has been featured in at least 1 major films throughout their career.

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