Robert Lapoujade
Directing
- Born
- January 3, 1921 · Montauban, Tarn-et-Garonne, France
- Died
- May 17, 1993 (age 72)
Robert Lapoujade was a French painter, filmmaker, and writer. He began his career as a painter, known for his portraits of French literary figures such as Jean-Paul Sartre and André Breton. Lapoujade transitioned to filmmaking in the 1960s, directing films like Le Socrate (1968) and Le Sourire Vertical (1973). His films often explored philosophical themes and were noted for their experimental style. Lapoujade's work in both painting and film reflects his deep engagement with existential and humanist ideas.
Known for
Behind the camera12
- 2019Les Mémoires de Don Quichotte Director
- 1974An Actor Without Paradox Director, Screenplay, Cinematography
- 1973Olivier Messiaen and the Birds Animation
- 1973The Vertical Smile Director, Writer
- 1968Le Socrate Director, Writer
- 1967Shadow of the Apple Director, Writer
- 1965Vélodrame Director
- 1963L'annonciation Animation Director
- 1963Trois portraits d'un oiseau qui n'existe pas Cinematography, Writer, Director, Animation
- 1962