Jean Pélégri
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Jean Pélégri (June 20, 1920 – September 24, 2003) was a writer and professor of literature. Of French descent, he was born in Algeria, but left as part of the diaspora of French colonists referred to as pied-noirs following the Algerian War. He was friends with many Algerian writers (such as Mohammed Dib and Kateb Yacine) and, like Jean Sénac, Pélégri considered himself to be one of them; he always saw himself as an "Algerian at heart". He supplemented his novels' prefaces with artwork from his painter friends Baya, Abdallah Benanteur, Mohammed Khadda and Jean de Maisonseul. Pélégri also assisted on the film adaptation of his novel Les Oliviers de la justice as screenwriter, dialogue writer and actor. The movie won the Cinema and Television Writers Award at the 1962 Cannes Film Festival.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jean Pélégri reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 6 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Jean Pélégri'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 33% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jean Pélégri remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Pickpocket, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Jean Pélégri Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jean Pélégri's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jean Pélégri.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | Coming to Terms with the Dead | le vieil homme du métro | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Errors of Youth | Gilles Genest | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Frequent Death | Dr. Pastor | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Thérèse | The father | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Olive Trees of Justice | Jean's Father | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Pickpocket | Lead Inspector | Hit | Similar → |
Jean Pélégri - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jean Pélégri?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jean Pélégri is "Pickpocket" with a rating of 7.3/10.
How many movies has Jean Pélégri acted in?
Jean Pélégri has been featured in at least 6 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jean Pélégri?
Other notable films include "The Olive Trees of Justice", "Coming to Terms with the Dead", and "Thérèse".