Jacques Deray

Renowned for his mastery of French cinema, Jacques Deray was born in 1929 in Lyon, France, and his directorial career spanned from 1960 to 1999. His profound contributions to the crime and thriller genres are evident in his most acclaimed films such as "La Piscine" and "Borsalino," the former earning him a nomination for the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival. Deray's authorial style was characterized by meticulous attention to detail, atmospheric settings, and a keen understanding of character dynamics, skills that made him an enduring figure in French cinema. Beyond his cinematic prowess, Deray was a person of deep passion and dedication, whose love for film was as palpable off-screen as it was on.