Georges Aminel was an American actor known for his powerful voice and roles in various films and theater productions. He gained fame for dubbing characters like Darth Vader in the French versions of the “Star Wars” films.
Personal and Family Life
Born Jacques Maline on October 11, 1922, in Clichy, France, Georges Aminel had a Parisian mother and a father from Martinique. Growing up biracial presented him with challenges as he sought to make a name for himself in the theater world. He began his acting career at just 19 in a play.
Career
Throughout his career, Aminel faced many ethnic roles which he found unsatisfactory. However, he eventually secured more significant parts and became the first Creole actor to join the prestigious Comédie Française. After leaving the company in 1972, he focused on dubbing, where he excelled in voicing notable characters.
Death and Legacy
Georges Aminel passed away on April 29, 2007, in Paris, France, and was laid to rest at Père Lachaise cemetery. His contributions to dubbing made his voice iconic in French cinema, particularly for American and Italian classics, ensuring he would be remembered for his significant impact on the industry.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| La Honte de la jungle | 1975-09-04 | Shame (voice) |
| Cargaison blanche | 1958-02-28 | José, le chanteur de l’orchestre |
| Les tueurs fous | 1972-01-01 | The journalist |
| L’ours | 1960-12-14 | Voice of the bear |
| Popsy Pop | 1971-03-10 | Priester |
| À la Jamaïque | 1957-04-04 | Pépito |
| Les amants de demain | 1959-08-26 | l’inconnu |
| La Tête des autres | 1973-09-13 | Valorin |
| Le Big Bang | 1987-03-06 | Comrade-in-Chief, President of the Universe, Narrator (voice) |
| Les portes de feu | 1972-03-15 | The doctor |
| Chiens perdus sans collier | 1955-10-21 | L’avocat |
| L’Ange de la nuit | 1944-01-19 | Un élève (uncredited) |
| Le siècle des lumières | 1993-03-02 | Mr. Anse |
| La Vie parisienne | 1977-12-14 | Le Brésilien |
| Le Sahara brûle | 1961-01-18 | Ahmed |
| La Grande Récré | 1976-10-01 | Monsieur prêcheur |
| Discorama | 1959-02-04 | Self |