Overview
Denys Arcand
Known For
At the End of Nothing at All
Every morning, Marcel confides in his tape recorder. It is...
La plus belle province
Forgotten Flowers
Brother Marie-Victorin, founder of Montreal’s Botanical Garden, is bored with...
Le cri du rhinocéros
Marc Labrèche, the Director of this documentary, himself an author,...
Le prix du paradis
Live Before the Letter
Thanks to the development of techniques and the adventurous spirit...
Biography
Georges-Henri Denys Arcand CC GOQ (born June 25, 1941) is a French-Canadian film director, screenwriter and producer based in Montreal, who crafts deeply personal and thought-provoking films, earning international acclaim. His career began with features like "Une Maudite Galette" (1972) and "Gina" (1975), exploring diverse narratives. "The Decline of the American Empire" (1986) depicted Quebecois intellectuals tackling issues of sexuality, success, and intimacy, winning critical acclaim, nine Genies, and a Cannes Fipresci prize. "Jesus of Montreal" delved into the lives of Montreal artists portraying biblical figures, blending day-to-day struggles with religious performances. Arcand's film "Stardom" satirized fame, closing Cannes 2000 and opening TIFF, a rare honour for Canadian cinema. "The Barbarian Invasions," a sequel to his earlier work, earned Arcand an Oscar, Cannes prizes, French Cesars, and Quebec Jutra awards, solidifying his cinematic legacy.