Raymond Depardon
DirectingAbout Raymond Depardon
Raymond Depardon is a photographer, a journalist and a filmmaker, but, above all, his eyes view humans with compassion. He respects others and is kind with the reality of their lives. He was born into a family of farmers in 1942 in Burgundy and went to Paris in 1958, wishing to be a photographer. He was first taken on as a messenger in an agency and was sent to take photos of an opening-night at the cinema: the movie was none other than Jean-Luc Godard's Breathless. He finally established his own agency, Gamma, together with three reporters, in 1966 'not for money but for the freedom'. He suggested to set up a cinema department: 'we bought an Eclair- camera and tried to make news-films for television in addition to taking news-photograhs... It was then that I learned to hold the camera." When Depardon films people, he is silent. If one has the impression that he always keeps his eyes lowered in the face of the world's miseries, it is untrue. Raymond Depardon looks as through a lattice and reacts like quicksilver, keeping his deepest, innermost emotion secret, and allow his pictures to speak for themselves. His films are now screened in all international film festivals, from Cannes to Hong Kong.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Raymond Depardon reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 13 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Raymond Depardon's filmography leans towards the Documentary genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 54% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Raymond Depardon remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Profils paysans : l'approche, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Raymond Depardon Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Raymond Depardon's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Raymond Depardon.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | L'Âge d'or de la pub | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Un Moment Si Doux | himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Journal de France | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | La rouge et la noire | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Modern Life | Narrator (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Donner la parole | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Quoi de neuf au Garet? | Self (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Profils paysans : le quotidien | Narrator (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Untouched by the West | Narrator (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Profils paysans : l'approche | Narrator (voice) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Incognito | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | New York, N.Y. | Narrator (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Ciné-Portrait of Raymond Depardon | himself | Flop | Similar → |
Raymond Depardon - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Raymond Depardon?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Raymond Depardon is "Profils paysans : l'approche" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has Raymond Depardon acted in?
Raymond Depardon has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Raymond Depardon?
Other notable films include "Modern Life", "Profils paysans : le quotidien", and "Quoi de neuf au Garet?".