Directors who died on January 29

Take a focused look at the directors who passed away on January 29. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

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  • Jacques Rivette
    2016 Jacques Rivette

    Influential French New Wave filmmaker known for unconventional, lengthy films that challenged traditional cinematographic norms.

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