As Director, As Writer
The Fall of the American Empire
2018
6.6
Denys Arcand
Acting
Born
June 25, 1941
Place of Birth
Deschambault, Quebec, Canada
Biography
Georges-Henri Denys Arcand CC GOQ (born June 25, 1941) is a French-Canadian film director, screenwriter and producer based in Montreal, who crafts deeply personal and thought-provoking films, earning international acclaim. His career began with features like "Une Maudite Galette" (1972) and "Gina" (1975), exploring diverse narratives. "The Decline of the American Empire" (1986) depicted Quebecois intellectuals tackling issues of sexuality, success, and intimacy, winning critical acclaim, nine Genies, and a Cannes Fipresci prize. "Jesus of Montreal" delved into the lives of Montreal artists portraying biblical figures, blending day-to-day struggles with religious performances. Arcand's film "Stardom" satirized fame, closing Cannes 2000 and opening TIFF, a rare honour for Canadian cinema. "The Barbarian Invasions," a sequel to his earlier work, earned Arcand an Oscar, Cannes prizes, French Cesars, and Quebec Jutra awards, solidifying his cinematic legacy.
The Filmography
As Director, As Writer
An Eye for Beauty
2014
3.4
As Director, As Writer
Days of Darkness
2007
6.5
As Director, As Writer
The Barbarian Invasions
2003
7.1
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Stardom
2000
5.5
As Director
Poverty and Other Delights
1996
7.0
As Director
Love & Human Remains
1994
5.9
As Actor
Léolo
1992
7.2
As Actor
The Black Sheep
1992
7.0
As Actor, As Director, As Writer
Montreal Stories
1991
5.0
As Director, As Writer
Jesus of Montreal
1989
7.0
As Actor
Night Zoo
1987
7.0
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The Decline of the American Empire
1986
6.8
As Director
The Crime of Ovide Plouffe
1984
6.3
As Director
Gina
1975
6.1
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Réjeanne Padovani
1973
6.3
As Actor, As Director, As Writer
Quebec: Duplessis and After...
1972
10.0
As Director
Dirty Money
1972
7.0
As Writer
Between Sweet and Salt Water
1967
5.6
As Writer
Jusqu'au cou
1964
6.0