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Laurent Cantet - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | June 15, 1961 |
|---|---|
| Age | 64 |
| Birthplace | Melle, Deux-Sèvres, France |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini - (see also Laurent Cantet's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Directing the acclaimed film 'The Class' ('Entre les murs') and other works exploring social and labor themes. |
Intro
Laurent Cantet is a French film director and screenwriter best known for his socially conscious dramas, particularly 'The Class,' which won the Palme d'Or at the 2008 Cannes Film Festival.
Early Life & Background
Laurent Cantet was born in Melle, Deux-Sèvres, France. He developed an interest in photography and cinema during his youth and later studied at the Institut des hautes études cinématographiques (IDHEC), France's top film school.
Career Highlights
- Won the Palme d'Or at the 2008 Cannes Film Festival for 'The Class' ('Entre les murs').
- Directed acclaimed films such as 'Human Resources' (1999), 'Time Out' (2001), and 'The Workshop' ('L'Atelier', 2017).
- 'The Class' was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film.
Trivia
- Laurent Cantet often collaborates with non-professional actors in his films.
- 'The Class' is based on the semi-autobiographical novel by François Bégaudeau, who also stars in the film.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Laurent Cantet?
Laurent Cantet is 64 years old.
When was Laurent Cantet born?
Laurent Cantet was born the 15 June 1961.
Where is Laurent Cantet from?
Melle, Deux-Sèvres, France.
On His Birth-Day
About June 15th, 1961, in brief:
- Historical events: On June 15, 1961, The Supremes, an American female singing group, signed with Motown Records, marking a significant milestone in their career.
- Day of the week: June 15th, 1961 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Travelin' Man by Ricky Nelson
- #1 UK song: Surrender by Elvis Presley
- Popular movie: West Side Story directed by Jerome Robbins, Robert Wise
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