Pierre Brasseur
Pierre Brasseur
Brasseur was born Pierre-Albert Espinasse. The son of an actress, he began his drama studies with film actor Harry Baur. Onstage from age 15, he made his film debut five years later in La Fille de l'Eau (1924). With his role in Marcel Carne's Port of Shadows (1938) Brasseur moved into the front ranks of the French cinema. A distinguished, imposing actor, he was very skillful in giving voice to irony and wit. Brasseur appeared in a wide variety of roles in over 80 films, most notably those written by Jacques Prevert. He was also a poet who wrote several plays and an autobiography, Ma Vie Envrac. He and his former wife, actress Odette Joyeux, are the parents of film actor Claude Brasseur. ~ All Movie Guide
Filmography of Pierre Brasseur:
Pierre Brasseur Trivia
When was Pierre Brasseur born?
Pierre Brasseur was born on December 22, 1903
Who did Pierre Brasseur play in Goto, L'ile d'amour?
Pierre Brasseur was Goto III in Goto, L'ile d'amour
What role did Pierre Brasseur portray in Eyes Without a Face?
Pierre Brasseur played Prof. Genessier in Eyes Without a Face
What role did Pierre Brasseur play in La Vie de Château?
Pierre Brasseur played Dimanche in La Vie de Château
What role did Pierre Brasseur play in The Children of Paradise?
Pierre Brasseur played Frederick Lemaitre in The Children of Paradise
Who did Pierre Brasseur portray in Port of Shadows?
Pierre Brasseur was Lucien Laugardier in Port of Shadows
Who did Pierre Brasseur play in King of Hearts?
Pierre Brasseur was Gen. Geranium in King of Hearts
Who did Pierre Brasseur play in Napoléon?
Pierre Brasseur was Barras in Napoléon
