Alain Jessua
DirectingAbout Alain Jessua
Alain Jessua began his career as assistant to directors like Max Ophüls, Marcel Carne, Yves Allégret and Jacques Becker, before making his unique short film, Léon la lune, which earned him the prestigious Prix Jean-Vigo award in 1957. A few years later, in 1963, his first feature film (which became "cult" among moviegoers) won two prizes in Cannes and also Venice: La Vie à l'envers, with Charles Denner and Jean Yanne in his first movie role. He then went on to direct a series of successful and critically acclaimed feature films, which he produced himself (a rare risk in the French cinema landscape). Alain Jessua is regularly honored in France and abroad. His short film Léon la lune was screened at the MOMA - Museum of Modern Art in New York a few years ago and Martin Scorsese cited La Vie à l'envers as one of the films that really made an impact on him. Jean Tulard , in his "Dictionary of Cinema", writes: "He proposes a cinema where he tackles the problems of our time and makes cries of alarm. " Alain Jessua is also the author of six novels.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Alain Jessua reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 4 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Alain Jessua'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 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Alain Jessua remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Story of French Fantasy Cinema, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Alain Jessua Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Alain Jessua's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Alain Jessua.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Alain Jessua, le franc-tireur du cinéma français | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | The Story of French Fantasy Cinema | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Max Ophüls, le peintre de l'amour fatal | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Working with Max Ophuls: Alain Jessua on the Making of Madame de... | Self | Flop | Similar → |
Alain Jessua - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Alain Jessua?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Alain Jessua is "The Story of French Fantasy Cinema" with a rating of 6.0/10.
How many movies has Alain Jessua acted in?
Alain Jessua has been featured in at least 4 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Alain Jessua?
Other notable films include "Alain Jessua, le franc-tireur du cinéma français", "Working with Max Ophuls: Alain Jessua on the Making of Madame de...", and "Max Ophüls, le peintre de l'amour fatal".