Damien Odoul

A poetic provocateur in the realm of French cinema, Damien Odoul, born in 1969, hails from the rural region of Lorraine, France. His active years started from 1999, dabbling in genres of avant-garde, drama, and art house, with his most acclaimed films being "Le Souffle" (2001), "En Attendant Le Déluge" (2004) and "La Peur" (2015), the latter of which won the Jean Vigo Prize. Known for his enigmatic narratives and rustic aesthetic, Odoul's authorial style is reminiscent of rural France and its untold stories, often exploring the human condition through stark, surreal, and hauntingly beautiful imagery. Damien Odoul, with his passion for art and storytelling, has the rare ability to immerse you in a world that is both familiar and utterly alien, making him a true cinematic treasure.