Jean-Dominique de la Rochefoucauld
Writing
- Born
- June 30, 1931 · Paris, France
- Died
- February 2, 2011 (age 79)
Jean‑Dominique de La Rochefoucauld (1931–2011) was a French screenwriter and director, recognized as one of the key figures of historical television drama. A frequent collaborator of Roberto Rossellini (The Taking of Power by Louis XIV, Socrates, Blaise Pascal), he later created his own landmark works, including Richelieu ou la Journée des dupes and L’An Mil. Known for his rigorous research and clear, educational storytelling, he left a lasting mark on French cultural television. He was the father of actress Sophie de La Rochefoucauld and director Claire de La Rochefoucauld.
Known for
Behind the camera7
- 2005Rosalie Hits the Road Director
- 1997Le Président et la garde barrière Director
- 1983Richelieu ou La journée des dupes Director, Writer
- 1979Charles Clément, canut de Lyon Writer
- 19781788 Writer
- 1976The Author of Beltraffio Dialogue
- 1972Blaise Pascal Dialogue
Acting2
- 2004Witnesses to a Film Shoot as Self
- 1974