Jean Négroni
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Jean Négroni (4 December 1920 – 28 May 2005) was a French actor and theatre director particularly known for his voice work, such as his role as the narrator in La Jetée (1962). Jean Négroni was educated in theater by Albert Camus, and was an early companion of Jean Vilar at the Théâtre National Populaire and at the Festival d'Avignon. Négroni founded the Maison des arts et de la culture de Créteil at Créteil in 1968, and was its director until 1978. Négroni's career was marked by his portrayal of Robespierre — first on an episode of the television program La caméra explore le temps, and later in the theater under the direction of Robert Hossein. Négroni provided the voice of the narrator in La Jetée (1962) and also narrated Pierre Henry's concrete music album L'Apocalypse de Jean (1968). Source: Article "Jean Négroni" from Wikipedia in English, licensed under CC-BY-SA 3.0.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jean Négroni reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 37 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Jean Négroni's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 49% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jean Négroni remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in La Demoiselle de Coeur, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Jean Négroni Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jean Négroni's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jean Négroni.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Bel-Ami | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Love Rites | Narrator (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Gramps Is in the Resistance | Le narrateur (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Dangerous liaisons | Pierre Choderlos de Laclos | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | I... For Icarus | Carlos de Palma | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Noces de Sève | Jérôme Capdevielle | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Hunter Will Get You | Spitzer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Docteur Caraïbes | Néron | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Voyage chez les vivants - L'Aventure des hommes | Narrateur (voix) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | God Chose Paris | Narrator (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Les enfants de Néant | Reciter (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | L'Arlésienne | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | Le Deuxième Souffle | Man | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Queen of Spades | Comte de Saint-Germain | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Glass Cage | Pierre | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Ohrid Express | Narrator (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Évariste Galois | Narrator (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Terror and Virtue: Robespierre | Maximilien Robespierre | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | La terreur et la vertu: Danton | Robespierre | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | From a Distant Gaze | Narrator (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Bassae | Narrator | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Infernal Machine | Anubis | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | Short Memory | Narrator | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | La Demoiselle de Coeur | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Illuminations | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Marcel Proust - Portrait Souvenir | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | La Jetée | Narrator (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | June 10, 1944 | Narrateur | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | Enclosure | David Stein | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Le Sourire | Récitant / Narrator (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Devil's Pass | Narrateur | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | A Certain Mr. Jo | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Statues Also Die | Narrator (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Homeland | Un officier espagnol (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Les Cadets de l'océan | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Strangers in the House | (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Her First Affair | A college student (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Jean Négroni - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jean Négroni?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jean Négroni is "La Demoiselle de Coeur" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Jean Négroni acted in?
Jean Négroni has been featured in at least 37 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jean Négroni?
Other notable films include "Noces de Sève", "La terreur et la vertu: Danton", and "Terror and Virtue: Robespierre".