Jean-Pierre Gorin
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Jean-Pierre Gorin (born 17 April 1943) is a French filmmaker and professor, best known for his work with Nouvelle Vague luminary Jean-Luc Godard, during what is often referred to as Godard's "radical" period. Jean-Pierre Gorin was a student of Louis Althusser, Michel Foucault and Jacques Lacan. He was a radical leftist well before meeting Godard in 1966. Godard relied on some of his discussions with Gorin while writing the script of 1967's La Chinoise. Gorin played a role in making Le Gai Savoir, which was released in 1969. In 1968, Gorin and Godard founded the collective Dziga Vertov Group and together produced a series of overtly political films including Vent d'est (1970), Tout va bien (1972), and Letter to Jane (1972).
Jean-Pierre Gorin Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Jean-Pierre Gorin reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 10 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Jean-Pierre Gorin's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 30% of Jean-Pierre Gorin'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 Letter to Jane: An Investigation About a Still, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Jean-Pierre Gorin Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jean-Pierre Gorin's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Jean-Pierre Gorin has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Godard Cinema | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | A Weekend at the Beach | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Jean-Pierre Gorin, encore un effort pour être cinématonné | self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | My Conversations on Film | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Milagrez | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Routine Pleasures | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Poto and Cabengo | Narrator (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Letter to Jane: An Investigation About a Still | Narrator (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Vladimir and Rosa | Karl Rosa (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Godard in America | Self | Average | Similar → |
Jean-Pierre Gorin - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jean-Pierre Gorin?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jean-Pierre Gorin is "Letter to Jane: An Investigation About a Still" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has Jean-Pierre Gorin acted in?
Jean-Pierre Gorin has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jean-Pierre Gorin?
Other notable films include "Poto and Cabengo", "Vladimir and Rosa", and "Routine Pleasures".