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Denis Lavant (born 17 June 1961) is a French actor. He is known for his distinctive face and the physically demanding aspects of the roles he plays, which often involve slapstick , acrobatics or dance , as well as for his long-standing association with director Leos Carax .
Denis Lavant, né le 17 juin 1961 à Neuilly-sur-Seine, est un acteur français. Circassien, il connaît son ascension en tournant dans des films de Leos Carax , Claude Lelouch , Claire Denis ou encore Jean-Pierre Jeunet , après avoir débuté au théâtre.
IMDb profile of Denis Lavant, a French actor and writer known for Holy Motors, Beau Travail and Bad Blood. See his biography, filmography, awards, photos, videos and more.
- January 1, 1
- 1.60 m
- Neuilly-sur-Seine, Hauts-de-Seine, France
May 18, 2024 · He’s Monsieur Merde (Mister Shit), a raving alter-ego played by Denis Lavant, who’s starred in nearly all of his films. And he’s above all a person who defines himself through the cinema,...
Jan 5, 2022 · Learn about the legendary actor who has worked with Leos Carax, Claire Denis and Harmony Korine, and who has been praised for his physicality and versatility. Discover his early influences, his roles, his upcoming projects and his 10-second CV.
The French actor talks about his remarkable performance playing 11 characters in Leos Carax's Holy Motors, a film that defies genre and logic. He also reflects on his 21-year collaboration with the director and the challenges of working with artificial effects.
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Denis Lavant is a French film actor known for his roles in Leos Carax's films and other directors. See his biography, filmography, awards and photos on TMDB.