Director

Jean Benoît-Lévy

Directing

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Directed movies: 9Directed series: 0All crew credits: 10

TMDB ID: 1146132

IMDb ID: nm0072328

Known for: Directing

Born: April 25, 1888

Died: August 2, 1959

Age: 71

Place of birth: Paris, Ile-de-France, France

Gender: Male

Adult content flag: No

Career span: 1922 - 1939

Years active: 18

Wikidata: Q3170696

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Biography

Jean Benoît-Lévy was a French film director, producer, and writer, recognized as a pioneer in educational and documentary filmmaking. Throughout his career, he directed over 400 films, focusing on social issues, public health, dance, and art. Notable works include La Maternelle (1933) and La Mort du Cygne (1937). His films often addressed societal themes, contributing significantly to French cinema's development in the early 20th century.

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