Agnès Laurent was a French actress best known for her roles in ‘A French Mistress,’ ‘The Night of the Great Attack,’ and ‘Mary Had a Little…’. She was born on January 28, 1936, in Lyon, Rhône, France, and passed away on February 16, 2010, in Grenoble, Isère, France.
Personal and Family Life
Agnès Laurent was born as Josette Chouleur and grew up in Lyon. After earning a typing diploma, she moved to Paris to work at the war ministry. During her time there, she became friends with film producer André Hunebelle, who offered her a small role in the film ‘Mannequins de Paris’. This marked the beginning of her acting career and opened the door to more opportunities in the film industry.
Career
Throughout her career, Laurent appeared in various films where she showcased her talent. Some notable films include ‘A French Mistress’ where she played Madeleine Lafarge, and ‘The Night of the Great Attack’ in which she portrayed Isabella di Fabi. Her acting style and charm contributed to her popularity in French cinema during the 1950s and 1960s.
Death and Legacy
Agnès Laurent passed away on February 16, 2010, in Grenoble, France. Though her life came to an end, her work in film continues to be remembered by fans and film enthusiasts alike. Laurent’s contributions to French cinema remain significant, and her performances are still celebrated in retrospective screenings and discussions of classic films.
Filmography
Title | Role | Year |
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Camille | A. Constant | 1977 |
Famous Love Affairs | Unknown | 1976 |
La femme du gouverneur (segment “Lauzun”) | Unknown | 1961 |
Mary Had a Little… | Mary Kirk | 1961 |
A French Mistress | Madeleine Lafarge (as Mlle. Agnes Laurent) | 1960 |
Ilona | Unknown | 1960 |
The Night of the Great Attack | Isabella di Fabi | 1959 |
Soft Skin on Black Silk | Therese | 1959 |
Sins of Youth | Catherine | 1958 |
Die grünen Teufel von Monte Cassino | Hélène (as Agnes Laurent) | 1958 |
Mademoiselle Strip-tease | Sophie Durville | 1957 |
Girl in His Pocket | Monette | 1957 |
Girl Merchants | Josette Legrand | 1957 |
The Twilight Girls | Anne-Marie (as Agnes Laurent) | 1957 |
Club de femmes | Unknown (uncredited) | 1956 |