Jean-Pierre Melville
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Summary
Jean-Pierre Melville was born on October 20, 1917[1], in 9th arrondissement of Paris[2]. He died on August 2, 1973[3], in 13th arrondissement of Paris[4]. He worked as an actor[5], film director[6], screenwriter[7], film producer[8], and director[9]. He ranks in the top 0.67% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (8,463 views/month, #6,688 of 1,000,298).[10]
Key Facts
- Place of burial: Cimetière de Pantin[11]
- Country of citizenship: France[12]
- Occupation: film actor[13], film editor[14]
- Educated at: Lycée Michelet, Vanves[15]
- Award received: Knight of the Legion of Honour[16]
- Sex or gender: male[17]
- Commons category: Jean-Pierre Melville[18]
- Cause of death: myocardial infarction[19]
- Family name: Melville[20]
- Given name: Jean-Pierre[21]
- Manner of death: natural causes[22]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: French[23]
- Birth name: Jean-Pierre Claude Grumbach[24]
- Name in native language: Jean-Pierre Melville[25]
- Start of work period: 1945[26]
- End of work period: 1973[27]
Why It Matters
Jean-Pierre Melville has Wikipedia articles in 24 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[28] He is known by 28 alternative names across languages and contexts.[29]
He has been cited as an influence by Aki Kaurismäki[30], a film director[31], b. 1957[32], of Finland[33], awarded the Knight of the Legion of Honour[34], specialised in film direction[35].
FAQs
Where was Jean-Pierre Melville born?
Jean-Pierre Melville was born in 9th arrondissement of Paris[2].
Where did Jean-Pierre Melville die?
Jean-Pierre Melville passed away in 13th arrondissement of Paris[4].
What did Jean-Pierre Melville do for work?
Jean-Pierre Melville worked as an actor[5], film director[6], screenwriter[7], film producer[8], and director[9].
Where did Jean-Pierre Melville go to school?
Jean-Pierre Melville was educated at Lycée Michelet, Vanves[15].
What awards did Jean-Pierre Melville receive?
Honors received include Knight of the Legion of Honour[16].
Who did Jean-Pierre Melville influence?
Jean-Pierre Melville has been cited as an influence by Aki Kaurismäki[30].