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Jean Vigo
1905–1934 (aged 29), France The rebel poet of French cinema.
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5/24/20251 min temps de lecture
Though his life and career were tragically short, Jean Vigo left an indelible mark on cinema with only a handful of works. Rooted in anarchist ideals and poetic imagery, Vigo’s films blend realism with dreamlike lyricism.
His rebellious spirit paved the way for the French New Wave. His visual inventiveness and themes of freedom and resistance resonate deeply, especially among filmmakers who seek to challenge norms. Vigo’s work remains a cornerstone of avant-garde cinema.
Essential films:
L’Atalante (1934)
Zero for Conduct (1933)
À propos de Nice (1930)
Taris, King of the Water (1931)