Béatrice Arnac was a French actress who is best known for her roles in Frou-Frou (1955), Last Known Address (1970), and Mata Hari’s Daughter (1954).
Personal and Family Life
Béatrice Arnac was born on April 23, 1931, in Suresnes, France. She was the daughter of author Marcel Arnac and the granddaughter of influential anarchist theorist Zo d’Axa. She was married to Alain Saury until his death in 1991.
Career
Throughout her career, Arnac appeared in several films and television shows, making a name for herself in the French entertainment industry. Her performances were notable in films such as Frou-Frou and Dernier domicile connu. Despite her success, she often played supporting roles and remained relatively under the radar in comparison to some of her contemporaries.
Death and Legacy
Béatrice Arnac passed away on October 5, 2020, in Castels et Bézenac, France. Her contributions to cinema, particularly in the French film industry, have left a lasting impact, and she is remembered for her memorable performances. Her family background in literature and activism also adds depth to her legacy.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Dernier domicile connu | 1970-02-25 | Silvia |
| Midi minuit | 1970-06-09 | Elsa Lorrain |
| La Traversée de Paris | 1956-10-26 | Arrested woman (uncredited) |
| Les Truands | 1956-04-27 | Madame Léonce |
| Frou-Frou | 1955-06-19 | Rosemonde |
| Le soupirant | 1962-11-12 | Stella in TV Scene (uncredited) |
| Les Petites Filles Modèles | 1971-05-05 | Alice Fichini |
| La vie est belle | 1956-10-05 | Lucienne |
| La Nuit des suspectes | 1957-08-30 | Mlle. Farnoux |
| La figlia di Mata Hari | 1954-09-22 | |
| Le souffle du désir | 1958-04-09 | |
| OSS 117 n’est pas mort | 1957-08-14 | |
| Paris clandestin | 1957-10-11 | Muriel, barmaid (uncredited) |
| Discorama | 1959-02-04 | Self |
| 30 millions d’amis | 1976-01-06 | Self |
| Le Grand Échiquier | 1972-01-12 | Self |