Guy du Fresnay

writer, scenarist, movie director (1877–1937)
Person human Q5622704
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Summary

Guy du Fresnay was born on November 23, 1877[1], in 9th arrondissement of Paris[2]. He died on September 20, 1937[3], in Marrakesh[4]. He worked as a film director[5], screenwriter[6], and writer[7]. He is known by 3 alternative names across languages and contexts.[8]

Key Facts

  • Father: Ange du Fresnay[9]
  • Country of citizenship: France[10]
  • Award received: Knight of the Legion of Honour[11], Croix de guerre 1914–1918[12], Médaille commémorative de la guerre 1914–1918[13], Médaille Interalliée 1914–1918[14]
  • Sex or gender: male[15]
  • Participated in conflict: World War I[16]
  • Given name: Guy[17]
  • Languages spoken, written or signed: French[18]
  • Related category: Category:Films directed by Guy du Fresnay[19]
  • P14724: 24738328[20]
  • P14750: D9F0-EB6C-75A5-67BF-CC66[21]

FAQs

Where was Guy du Fresnay born?

Guy du Fresnay was born in 9th arrondissement of Paris[2].

Where did Guy du Fresnay die?

Guy du Fresnay passed away in Marrakesh[4].

Who were Guy du Fresnay's parents?

Guy du Fresnay's father was Ange du Fresnay[9].

What did Guy du Fresnay do for work?

Guy du Fresnay worked as a film director[5], screenwriter[6], and writer[7].

What awards did Guy du Fresnay receive?

Honors received include Knight of the Legion of Honour[11], Croix de guerre 1914–1918[12], Médaille commémorative de la guerre 1914–1918[13], and Médaille Interalliée 1914–1918[14].

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  6. [5] ↑ . Integrated Authority File. Retrieved . wikidata.org.
  7. [6] ↑ . Integrated Authority File. Retrieved . wikidata.org.
  8. [7] ↑ . Integrated Authority File. Retrieved . wikidata.org.
  9. [11] ↑ . Léonore database. www2.culture.gouv.fr. Provenance: wikidata.org.
  10. [12] ↑ . wikidata.org.
  11. [13] ↑ . wikidata.org.
  12. [14] ↑ . wikidata.org.
  13. [1] ↑ . BnF authorities. wikidata.org.
  14. [3] ↑ . BnF authorities. wikidata.org.
  15. [16] ↑ . wikidata.org.
  16. [17] ↑ . wikidata.org.
  17. [18] ↑ . wikidata.org.
  18. [19] ↑ . wikidata.org.
  19. [20] ↑ . wikidata.org.
  20. [21] ↑ . wikidata.org.

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  1. [8] ↑ . Wikidata aliases. wikidata.org.

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