Régis Blondeau

An epitome of French New Wave cinema, Régis Blondeau, born in 1945 in Paris, France, has been directing films for over five decades since the late 1960s. Known for his mastery in the drama and romance genres, his films such as "L'amour perdu" and "Le coup de foudre" have touched many hearts, with the latter earning him a César Award for Best Director. Blondeau's unique authorial style is noted for its poetic realism, deeply human characters, and the beautiful yet heartrending portrayal of love and loss.

Remembered for his larger-than-life persona off-screen, Blondeau is a man who lives and breathes cinema, his passion for storytelling as enduring and captivating as his films.