François Truffaut
Born in 1932
Film
History
François Roland Truffaut was a renowned French filmmaker and film critic who significantly impacted the cinema world.
As a founding member of the French New Wave movement and a proponent of the auteur theory, Truffaut revolutionized filmmaking approaches.
His work for Cahiers du Cinema established him as a respected critic before he transitioned to directing.
Over his 25-year career, Truffaut directed, wrote, produced, and occasionally acted in numerous critically acclaimed films.
His influence extended beyond France, shaping global cinema and earning him international recognition as an iconic figure in the film industry.