Geneviève Sorya was a French actress best known for her roles in Marius et Olive à Paris, La fin du jour, and Qu’est-ce qui fait courir David?. She was born on June 23, 1912, in Paris, France, and passed away on March 23, 2008, in the same city.
Personal and Family Life
Geneviève Sorya was married to Henry Murray, and they had one child, Anouk Aimée, who also became a well-known actress. Sorya’s family legacy continued with her grandchild, Manuella Papatakis. Though primarily recognized for her stage performances, she had a celebrated career in film.
Career
Geneviève Sorya was primarily a stage actress but also appeared in over 15 films. She studied at the Conservatory of Dramatic Art in Paris, which contributed to her acting skills. Notable films she starred in include The End of the Day and The Man of the Hour alongside Maurice Chevalier. In 1981, she appeared in the film What Puts David with her daughter, Anouk Aimée.
Death and Legacy
Geneviève Sorya died on March 23, 2008, in Paris, France. Her contributions to the arts left a lasting impact on French cinema and theatre. As a talented actress and a nurturing mother, she influenced the careers of the next generation of performers.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Le Puritain | 1938-01-13 | La gourgandine |
| La Fin du jour | 1939-03-24 | Yvette |
| Marius et Olive à Paris | 1935-01-01 | |
| Les jumeaux de Brighton | 1936-10-29 | |
| Sur le plancher des vaches | 1940-02-28 | (uncredited) |
| Une idée à l’eau | 1942-10-21 |