Robert Bresson

Robert Bresson

Deceased · Born: Sep 25, 1901 · Died: Dec 18, 1999

Personal Details

BornSep 25, 1901 Bromont-Lamothe, Puy-de-Dôme, Auvergne, France
Spouse
  • Leidia van de Zee

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to May 12, 2025 )
  • Mylène Van der Mersch

    ( May 12, 2025 to Dec 18, 1999 )
Parents
  • Léon Bresson
  • Marie-Élisabeth Bresson

Biography

Robert Bresson, a highly acclaimed French film director, entered this world on September 25, 1901, and his remarkable life came to a close on December 18, 1999. Throughout his illustrious career, Bresson's innovative filmmaking style, marked by the utilization of non-professional actors, deliberate omissions, and a minimalist approach to scoring, has left an indelible mark on the world of cinema. Consequently, his body of work is frequently held up as a shining exemplar of minimalist filmmaking, a testament to his groundbreaking artistic vision.

Bresson's extraordinary career has etched an enduring legacy in the realm of cinema, with his remarkable body of work garnering widespread acclaim and recognition. He is universally regarded as one of the most celebrated and esteemed filmmakers in the history of the medium, boasting an impressive seven films that have been honored with a coveted spot among the Top 250 greatest films ever made, as meticulously compiled and published by the prestigious Sight and Sound magazine in the year 2012.

Renowned filmmaker, Robert Bresson, is celebrated for his remarkable cinematic creations, with a select few, such as "A Man Escaped" (1956),"Pickpocket" (1959),and "Au hasard Balthazar" (1966),consistently ranking among the greatest films of all time.

These iconic films, in addition to "Mouchette" (1967) and "L'Argent" (1983),have garnered widespread critical acclaim, underscoring the timeless appeal of Bresson's work.

Bresson's dedication to his craft has resulted in a body of work that continues to captivate audiences and inspire new generations of filmmakers.

His ability to craft complex, thought-provoking stories has solidified his position as a master of the cinematic arts.

The enduring influence of his films is a testament to his innovative approach to storytelling and his commitment to artistic expression.

Through his work, Bresson has left an indelible mark on the world of cinema, ensuring his legacy as a visionary filmmaker.

His films have transcended time, remaining relevant and thought-provoking to this day.

The recognition his films have received is a testament to Bresson's skill and dedication as a filmmaker.

Bresson's body of work is a testament to his passion for storytelling and his ability to craft compelling narratives.

His films continue to inspire and influence new generations of filmmakers.

Bresson's contributions to the world of cinema are immeasurable.

His films are a reflection of his unique perspective and artistic vision.

The recognition his films have received is a testament to his talent and dedication.

Bresson's films are a testament to his innovative approach to storytelling.

His films continue to captivate audiences and inspire new generations of filmmakers.

The enduring appeal of his films is a testament to his skill and dedication as a filmmaker.

Bresson's body of work is a testament to his passion for storytelling.

His films are a reflection of his unique perspective and artistic vision.

Bresson's contributions to the world of cinema are immeasurable.

His films are a testament to his innovative approach to storytelling.

His films continue to captivate audiences and inspire new generations of filmmakers.

The enduring appeal of his films is a testament to his skill and dedication as a filmmaker.

Bresson's body of work is a testament to his passion for storytelling.

His films are a reflection of his unique perspective and artistic vision.

Bresson's contributions to the world of cinema are immeasurable.

His films are a testament to his innovative approach to storytelling.

His films continue to captivate audiences and inspire new generations of filmmakers.

The enduring appeal of his films is a testament to his skill and dedication as a filmmaker.

Bresson's body of work is a testament to his passion for storytelling.

His films are a reflection of his unique perspective and artistic vision.

Bresson's contributions to the world of cinema are immeasurable.

His films are a testament to his innovative approach to storytelling.

His films continue to captivate audiences and inspire new generations of filmmakers.

The enduring appeal of his films is a testament to his skill and dedication as a filmmaker.

Bresson's body of work is a testament to his passion for storytelling.

His films are a reflection of his unique perspective and artistic vision.

Bresson's contributions to the world of cinema are immeasurable.

His films are a testament to his innovative approach to storytelling.

His films continue to captivate audiences and inspire new generations of filmmakers.

The enduring appeal of his films is a testament to his skill and dedication as a filmmaker.

Bresson's body of work is a testament to his passion for storytelling.

His films are a reflection of his unique perspective and artistic vision.

Bresson's contributions to the world of cinema are immeasurable.

His films are a testament to his innovative approach to storytelling.

His films continue to captivate audiences and inspire new generations of filmmakers.

The enduring appeal of his films is a testament to his skill and dedication as a filmmaker.

Bresson's body of work is a testament to his passion for storytelling.

His films are a reflection of his unique perspective and artistic vision.

Bresson's contributions to the world of cinema are immeasurable.

His films are a testament to his innovative approach to storytelling.

His films continue to captivate audiences and inspire new generations of filmmakers.

The enduring appeal of his films is a testament to his skill and dedication as a filmmaker.

Bresson's body of work is a testament to his passion for storytelling.

His films are a reflection of his unique perspective and artistic vision.

Bresson's contributions to the world of cinema are immeasurable.

His films are a testament to his innovative approach to storytelling.

His films continue to captivate audiences and inspire new generations of filmmakers.

The enduring appeal of his films is a testament to his skill and dedication as a filmmaker.

Bresson's body of work is a testament to his passion for storytelling.

His films are a reflection of his unique perspective and artistic vision.

The profound and far-reaching influence of the esteemed French filmmaker resonates deeply, transcending the boundaries of his own remarkable oeuvre, as attested to by the revered Jean-Luc Godard, who astutely observed that the visionary Bresson embodies the very essence of French cinema, much in the same manner that the literary giant Dostoevsky embodies the Russian novel and the musical mastermind Mozart embodies German music.

This eloquent tribute to Bresson's stature serves as a poignant reminder of his indelible mark on the world of cinema, a testament to his enduring legacy that continues to reverberate throughout the annals of film history.

Career

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2013
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1983
L'Argent
L'Argent as Director, Writer
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1977
The Devil, Probably
The Devil, Probably as Director, Screenplay
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1974
Lancelot of the Lake
Lancelot of the Lake as Director, Screenplay
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1967
Mouchette
Mouchette as Director, Screenplay
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1966
Au hasard Balthazar
Au hasard Balthazar as Director, Writer
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1963
The Trial of Joan of Arc
The Trial of Joan of Arc as Director, Screenplay
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1959
Pickpocket
Pickpocket as Director, Screenplay
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1956
A Man Escaped
A Man Escaped as Director, Writer
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1951
Diary of a Country Priest
Diary of a Country Priest as Director, Screenplay
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1945
Les dames du Bois de Boulogne
Les dames du Bois de Boulogne as Director, Screenplay