Jacques Demy (1931 - 1990)

Born:
June 5, 1931 in Pontchâteau, Loire-Atlantique, France

Died:
October 27, 1990(age 59)

About:
Jacques Demy (June 5, 1931 – October 27, 1990) was a French director and screenwriter. He appeared in the wake of the French New Wave. His films are well known for their sumptuous look, drawing on Hollywood musicals, fairy tales, jazz, and opera.