Gérard Blain

• Born: Oct 23, 1930 in Paris, France
• Died: Dec 17, 2000 in Paris, France
• Occupation: Actor, Director, Writer
• Active: '50s-'90s
• Major Genres: Drama
• Career Highlights: The American Friend, Les Cousins, Hatari!
• First Major Screen Credit: Les Mistons (1957)

Biography

Gérard Blain played leading roles in French and Italian films. He is best known for playing the gentle hero of Chabrol's Le Beau Serge and The Cousins (both 1958). During his heyday, Blain was heralded as the French equivalent of James Dean. His career waned significantly in the 1960s when he only occasionally appeared in films. During the 1970s Blain directed films noted for their humanistic messages. ~ Sandra Brennan, All Movie Guide

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