Jean-Claude Brisseau

A provocateur of French cinema, Jean-Claude Brisseau was born in 1944 in Paris, France, and remained an active filmmaker between 1975 and 2018. Brisseau is renowned for his work in the drama genre, with his most famous films including "Noce Blanche" and "Secret Things", which are often marked by their unflinching exploration of human sexuality and spirituality. In 1989, his film "Noce Blanche" won him the César Award for Best Debut, affirming his signature style of combining eroticism with metaphysical concerns. Brisseau, a maverick who dared to push societal norms with his cinema, left an indelible mark on the landscape of French film with his audacious and thought-provoking narratives.